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Public Health

VIAST College's Public Health Program

Public Health is a multidisciplinary field focused on improving the health and well-being of communities through education, policy-making, and research for disease and injury prevention. Our 3-year Public Health program at Viast is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of public health, including epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy, and community health. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical training, equipping students to address public health challenges effectively.

Duration: 3 years

Eligibility: 10+2 with Science stream

What will you learn?

Introduction to Public Health

Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Health Policy and Management

Career Prospects: Public Health Officer, Epidemiologist, Health Policy Advisor, Community Health Worker, Environmental Health Specialist, Health Educator.

Course Structure:

Introduction to Public Health:

  •    Foundations of public health
  •    History and evolution of public health
  •    Key concepts and principles in public health

Epidemiology and Biostatistics:

  •    Principles of epidemiology
  •    Study design and data collection
  •    Statistical methods and data analysis

Health Policy and Management:

  •    Health systems and policy
  •    Health economics and financing
  •    Leadership and management in public health

Environmental and Occupational Health:

  •    Environmental health issues and solutions
  •    Occupational health and safety
  •    Risk assessment and management

Social and Behavioral Health:

  •    Social determinants of health
  •    Health promotion and disease prevention
  •    Behavioral health interventions

Global Health:

  •    Global health challenges and initiatives
  •    International health organizations and policies
  •    Case studies in global health

Practical Training and Industry Exposure:

  •    Internships with public health organizations, NGOs, and government agencies
  •    Fieldwork and community-based projects
  •    Hands-on training with public health tools and software

Capstone Project:

  •    Independent research project in public health
  •    Collaboration with industry mentors and academic advisors
  •    Presentation and defense of research findings

Join the Viast Community:

Become part of a vibrant learning environment with diverse students and experienced faculty. We are dedicated to helping you achieve your academic goals and unlock your full potential.