BSc · Health Sciences
BSc Public Health
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Bono
Overview
BSc Public Health equips you to prevent illness, promote healthy behaviour and improve the delivery of health services. At the Catholic University College of Ghana, you can combine public health science with a strong service orientation to address community needs in Ghana and internationally.
What you will study
Your coursework includes epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, nutrition, health promotion, community health, health policy and research. You gain practical skills in needs assessment, health education, data analysis, programme planning and evaluation.
Career prospects
You can work as a public health officer, health educator, disease control assistant, research officer, community health coordinator or monitoring and evaluation officer. Career settings include Ghana Health Service, Catholic and other faith-based health facilities, NGOs, local government, hospitals and global health programmes.
Who this programme may suit
You are suited to this programme if you are compassionate, organised and motivated by prevention and community service. Strong communication skills and an interest in evidence-based decision-making will help you excel.