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B.Sc. (Hons) in Public Health

About Program

The B.Sc. (Hons) in Public Health program at MIT University of Meghalaya is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of public health principles, health systems, and community-based healthcare practices. This four-year undergraduate program prepares students to address global and local health challenges through data-driven, preventive, and policy-oriented approaches.

Through a mix of classroom learning, fieldwork, internships, and community engagement, students gain practical insights into epidemiology, biostatistics, health promotion, environmental health, and health policy. The program fosters leadership, critical thinking, and ethical decision-making, enabling graduates to pursue impactful careers in healthcare, policy-making, research, and advocacy.

Why MIT?

Duration

4 years

Course Duration

Eligibility

  • 10+2 in any stream (Science preferred) from a recognized board
  • Minimum 50% aggregate marks in all subjects
  • Proficiency in English
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Program’s Key Highlights

  • Interdisciplinary Curriculum: Covers public health foundations, epidemiology, biostatistics, health systems, and policy analysis.
  • Community Engagement: Real-world exposure through public health camps, surveys, and grassroots-level internships.
  • Health Data & Research Training: Emphasis on data analytics, research methodology, and evidence-based interventions.
  • Policy and Advocacy: Learn how to influence health policies and promote wellness at a population level.
  • Global Health Perspective: Understanding of public health challenges in a global context including pandemics and climate change.

Career Opportunities in Public Health

  • Public Health Officer
  • Epidemiologist
  • Health Program Coordinator
  • Community Health Specialist
  • Health Policy Analyst
  • Environmental Health Practitioner
  • Research Associate in Public Health

Top Recruiters

Our students are highly sought after by top healthcare providers and diagnostic centers. Some of the top recruiters include:

Program Outcomes

  • Strong foundation in epidemiology, biostatistics, and health systems management.
  • Competence in designing, implementing, and evaluating public health programs and policies.
  • Leadership and communication skills essential for health education and community outreach.
  • Preparedness for research, academic, and field-based roles in public and global health.

Career Prospects

Public Health Officer

Epidemiologist

Community Health Specialist

Health Policy Analyst

Research Associate in Public Health

Environmental Health Consultant

NGO & Development Sector Program Manager

Why Public Health?

Public Health is a rapidly growing and impactful field that addresses the health and well-being of populations. It plays a crucial role in disease prevention, health promotion, and policy development. By studying public health, students can make a difference in society by improving healthcare access, controlling outbreaks, promoting sustainable environments, and advocating for equitable health systems globally.

Visionary Discoveries in Public Health

  • Development of vaccines and immunization programs that eradicated diseases like smallpox.
  • Advancements in maternal and child health practices that significantly reduced infant mortality.
  • Public health campaigns that transformed awareness on HIV/AIDS, sanitation, and nutrition.
  • Use of data analytics and GIS in tracking and responding to pandemics like COVID-19.

Frequently Asked Questions

The program is a 4-year full-time undergraduate honors course.

Applicants must have completed 10+2 from a recognized board, preferably with Science background, and a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Proficiency in English is required.

Graduates can work as public health officers, policy analysts, epidemiologists, researchers, or health educators in government, private, and nonprofit sectors.

Yes, students participate in field training, internships with NGOs, government bodies, and community-based health initiatives.

Yes, graduates can pursue master's degrees in Public Health (MPH), Epidemiology, Global Health, Health Administration, and other related fields.

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