Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance
Tracking patterns of disease to detect and respond to health threats.
Research & Innovation
Evidence for healthier populations
Research areas relevant to the department.
Research Areas
Public Health Research Areas
Infectious and Non-Communicable Diseases
Understanding and reducing the burden of disease.
Maternal and Child Health
Improving health outcomes for mothers, newborns and children.
Environmental and Occupational Health
Healthy environments at home, in communities and at work.
Nutrition and Community Health
Food, nutrition and health in local communities.
Health Systems and Policy
How health services are organised, financed and governed.
Global Health Challenges
Cross-border health issues and international cooperation.
Public Health Data and Biostatistics
Turning data into evidence for better decisions.
Research Publications
The department is building a research culture focused on evidence-based solutions for public health challenges in Nigeria, including disease surveillance, health education, nutrition, environmental safety and health systems strengthening.
Academic Collaborations
Research and academic partnerships will support interdisciplinary learning across public health, environmental sciences, community development and health policy practice.
Seminars and Conferences
The department plans to host public health lectures, seminars and knowledge-sharing events that connect classroom learning with real health challenges and community action.
Departmental Research Projects
Priority project areas include community health needs assessment, maternal and child health, disease prevention strategies, and public health education campaigns for local well-being.
Admissions 2026/2027
Begin your journey in Public Health
Applications are handled through the official Igbinedion University admission portal.