The Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH) is a four-year undergraduate degree program, the first of its kind to be offered in Pakistan.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the BSPH program are highly sought after in various sectors, including public agencies, NGOs, health organizations, research institutes, and can further their studies in public health, such as pursuing an MPH. Career opportunities include:
Program Coordinator
Health Promotion Facilitator
Public Health Coordinator
Surveillance Officer
Research Associate
Research Assistant
Disaster Management Team Member
Disease Intervention Specialist
District Epidemiologist
Disease Eradication Officer
Nutrition Specialist
Lady Health Visitor Supervisor
Lady Health Worker Supervisor
Faculty of Community Health Sciences
Established in January 2011, the Faculty of Community Health Sciences includes:
Department of Community Medicine: Operating since 1974, this department provides education to third-year MBBS students and involves them in research activities and field visits to public health sites such as industries, water treatment plants, and health centers.
MPH Program: Launched in 2012, this two-year program offers advanced training in public health.
Water Testing Laboratory: Supports research and community health initiatives.
Goal of the BSPH Program
The BSPH program aims to improve the health status of the population by providing high-quality undergraduate training in public health sciences.
Objectives of the Program
Produce competent, committed, and skilled public health professionals.
Provide a foundation for advanced studies in public health.
Prepare a skilled workforce for public health auxiliary and support services.
Develop leadership in public health.
Develop, administer, and evaluate health policies and programs.
Participate in efforts to improve community health through assessments and preventive services.
Conduct basic and applied research relevant to public health issues. Competencies of BSPH Graduates
Graduates of the BSPH program will be equipped to:
Address health-related problems considering financial, socio-cultural, environmental, ethical, and political contexts.
Design, conduct, analyze, and interpret relevant studies, projects, and programs.
Plan, manage, and evaluate public health interventions.
Communicate public health messages effectively using diverse tools.
Advocate for equitable public health interventions and practices.
Core Competencies
By the end of the program, graduates are expected to:
Detect, prevent, and manage common public health problems in Pakistan.
Acquire basic computer skills.
Supervise, monitor, and manage public health issues.
Communicate effectively.
Practice and promote professional ethics.
Conduct basic research and prepare reports.
Analyze health system problems.
Apply critical thinking and creativity.
Understand the cultural context of public health work.
Engage with community dynamics.
Build effective networks.
Advocate for health.
Demonstrate teamwork and leadership.
Uphold professionalism.