BSc. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCE

The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health is a program designed to train professionals to identify, assess, and manage environmental threats to public health, addressing a critical need in both national and global health systems. The program begins with foundational biomedical sciences, including Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Toxicology, providing students with the scientific knowledge required to understand how environmental factors impact human health. Building on this foundation, Students progress to specialized environmental modules such as Water Sanitation, Waste Management, Occupational Safety, and Food Hygiene, equipping them with the skills to prevent, control, and mitigate public health risks. Hands on experience is central to the program's approach. Students engage in field attachments, conduct environmental inspections, and complete a research project, developing practical competencies in monitoring, evaluating, and managing environmental hazards. Complementary coursework in Health Policy, Epidemiology, and Risk Assessment ensures that graduates can make informed decisions and implement evidence based interventions in real world contexts. Graduates of this program are highly relevant to contemporary public health challenges, where environmental factors increasingly influence community health outcomes. They are prepared for careers as environmental health officers, public health inspectors, occupational safety specialists, and risk assessors in healthcare, industry, government, and non governmental organizations. By applying their knowledge and skills, they contribute directly to disease prevention, sustainable development, environmental protection, and the promotion of safe and healthy communities.