Environmental Health Science is a field that focuses on how environmental factors affect human health and well-being. It involves studying pollution, waste management, water and air quality, food safety, and disease prevention. Professionals in this field work to identify hazards, assess risks, and develop policies or interventions to create healthier environments. Careers include roles in public health agencies, environmental consulting, research, and regulatory enforcement.
Aims:
The overall objective of the Bachelor of Environmental Health Science Degree Programme is:
To impart relevant knowledge and skills needed for the promotion and sustenance of environmental health and safety in human settlements.
To provide education that enables effective response to environmental health challenges.
To train students in public health, environmental management, and occupational health sciences.
Goal:
The broad goal of the postgraduate program in Environmental Health is:
To produce competent professionals with advanced knowledge in environmental health sciences.
To enable graduates to prevent diseases, promote health, and protect the environment through scientific principles and research.
Objectives:
The postgraduate program aims to:
1. Train professionals who can apply scientific knowledge to solve public health and environmental problems.
2. Equip students with skills for disease prevention, environmental monitoring, and public health promotion.
3. Develop professionals who can assess community health needs and design intervention programs.
4. Prepare students to implement multi-sectoral approaches for public health and environmental management.
5. Train graduates to evaluate and improve public health policies and regulatory frameworks.
DR.MRS.J.U.UDENSI
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