BSc · Health Sciences
BSc Public Health
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Central
Overview
BSc Public Health prepares you to identify health risks, prevent disease and design programmes that improve population health. At the University of Cape Coast, you can connect scientific training with education, community engagement and Ghana’s need for stronger prevention and health promotion systems.
What you will study
You study epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, health promotion, nutrition, maternal and child health, health policy and research methods. Practical learning develops your abilities in community assessment, data interpretation, programme planning and public health communication.
Career prospects
You can work as a public health officer, health promotion specialist, research assistant, monitoring and evaluation officer, health information officer or community health coordinator. Graduates find opportunities in Ghana Health Service, schools, universities, NGOs, hospitals, government agencies and international health organisations.
Who this programme may suit
This programme suits you if you are interested in science, education and improving health at population level. You should enjoy teamwork, investigation and communicating practical health messages to different audiences.