Bachelor of Science in Public Health
Introduction
Bachelor of Science in Public Health is a Bachelor program taught at University of Lusaka, Zambia. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (4 years or 8 semesters, maximum 6 years or 12 semesters) options.
The Bachelor of Science in Public Health at the University of Lusaka is a four-year full-time program that prepares students to promote community health through disease prevention, health promotion, and evidence-based decisions. It starts with a six-month foundation in mathematics, biology, chemistry, and physics to develop scientific skills.
The first year also introduces general public health topics including epidemiology, biostatistics, health systems, and health promotion. In later years, students specialize in areas like environmental health, occupational health, nutrition, and population studies.
They also complete a six-month research project focused on public health challenges relevant to Zambia and the region. The course is licensed by the Health Professions Council of Zambia and requires student registration for professional indexing.
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Bachelor of Science in Public Health at University of Lusaka for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by University of Lusaka.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of Lusaka as pre-requiste for admission in Bachelor of Science in Public Health.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
- Five "O" Levels graded Credit or better in Mathematics, English, Biology, Science (Chemistry & Physics), and any other subject
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://web.unilus.ac.zm/programs/bachelor-of-science-in-public-health
More Information
- Public or community health officer
- Health promotion or health education officer
- Programme officer or coordinator in disease control and health programmes
- Environmental or occupational health officer
- Monitoring and evaluation assistant
- Research or data officer on health projects
Scholarships
2 fully funded scholarships are listed for Zambia. See Zambia scholarships.