Educational Objectives
The programme aims to produce graduates who can analyse health problems, promote disease prevention, support health policy development and contribute to healthier communities through responsible public health practice.
Academics
B.Sc. Public Health
Programme structure, learning outcomes and course information.
Programme Overview
Bachelor of Science in Public Health
The programme introduces students to the principles and practice of public health, combining sciences with population health, health promotion, environmental health and health policy.
The curriculum is designed as a four-year full-time degree with a progression from foundational sciences to public health practice, community engagement and applied research.
DegreeB.Sc. Public Health
CollegeNatural and Applied Sciences
First intake2026/2027 session
Duration4 years full-time
Learning Outcomes
Graduates are expected to explain health determinants, interpret epidemiological and statistical data, communicate health information effectively, and apply preventive strategies in community and institutional settings.
Areas of Study
Areas of Specialization and Study
Broad public health areas the programme is expected to address.
Epidemiology
Studying the distribution and determinants of health and disease in populations.
Disease Prevention and Control
Strategies that reduce the burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Environmental Health
How water, sanitation, air and the built environment shape human health.
Community Health
Working with communities to understand and improve local health needs.
Health Promotion and Education
Empowering people with knowledge to make healthier choices.
Biostatistics
Applying statistical methods to collect, analyse and interpret health data.
Global Health
Health challenges and solutions that cross national boundaries.
Public Health Policy
How laws, systems and policy decisions influence population health.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue roles in health agencies, community programmes, health education, research support and non-governmental organisations, or continue to postgraduate study.
Academic Resources
Students benefit from the university library, digital research databases, scientific learning environments and practical exposure to health-related community and institutional settings.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is public health?
Public health is the science of protecting and improving the health of populations through prevention, education, research and policy.
When does the programme begin?
The B.Sc. Public Health programme is approved for the 2026/2027 academic session.
How long is the programme?
The official programme duration will be published once confirmed by the university.
How do I apply?
Apply through the official Igbinedion University admission portal.
Admissions 2026/2027
Begin your journey in Public Health
Applications are handled through the official Igbinedion University admission portal.