The Department of Public Health trains professionals to safeguard community health through research, prevention, and health promotion. With a focus on epidemiology, health policy, and community outreach, graduates strengthen healthcare systems and improve population well-being.
The Bachelor of Public Health is structured as a four-year program. Students spend the initial years studying the fundamentals of health sciences, epidemiology, and biostatistics, before moving on to more advanced topics such as health policy, environmental health, and healthcare management. The final year emphasizes fieldwork, where students apply their skills in real-world community health projects.
The curriculum introduces students to epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, health economics, and health management. Students also gain skills in disease prevention, health education, and policy development. Field placements and community-based research projects form an essential part of the training.
Applicants must have completed secondary school, ideally with passes in science subjects. Admission may involve an entry exam and interview. Students should show an interest in community service and public health improvement.