The foundation of this Bachelor of Public Health (BPH) program is the overarching goal of public health, which is to improve the general health and quality of life for people and communities by: (a) putting into practice evidence-based strategies to prevent the occurrence and spread of diseases, infections, and health risks; (b) promoting healthy behaviors and lifestyles through education, outreach, and awareness campaigns; (c) guaranteeing that healthcare services and resources are available and affordable for everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status; and (d) mobilizing resources and expertise to effectively respond to public health emergencies, crises, and disasters.
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To be eligible for admission to the BPH program, prospective students should meet all the eligibility requirements enforced by the Medical Education Commission. The applicants must have completed the Intermediate in Science (I.Sc.) or Higher Secondary Level (10+2) in the science stream with a focus on biology, achieving a minimum aggregate of 50% or a GPA of 2.4. Those who have passed A-levels must have a 50% aggregate with subjects including physics, chemistry, and biology, or have a 2.4 GPA, and must hold the equivalent certificate. Or, they may hold a Proficiency Certificate Level (PCL) in Science or a Certificate in Health Sciences, including qualifications like PCL in General Medicine, PCL Lab Technology, PCL in Dental Hygiene, PCL in Ophthalmology, Certificate in dental science, PCL in Nursing, radiography, Ayurveda, Physiotherapy or equivalent with 50% in aggregate and having registered in respective council. In addition to meeting the academic prerequisites, all applicants are required to participate in an entrance examination as part of the admission process.
First Semester
Subject Code | Subject |
PHF 111 | Foundations of Public Health |
BHS 111 | Anatomy and Physiology |
BHS 112 | Biochemistry and Immunology |
BHS 113 | Microbiology and Parasitology |
PHA 111 | Professional English |
Second Semester
Subject Code | Subject |
PHF 151 | Introduction to Public Health |
PHR 151 | Epidemiology |
BHS 114 | Pharmacy, Pharmacology, and Toxicology |
PHR 152 | Biostatistics |
PHR 153 | Demography and Population Science |
Third Semester
Subject Code | Subject |
PHR 211 | Research Methods |
PHR 212 | Implementation Research |
PHI 211 | Reproductive Health, Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health |
PHI 212 | Communicable Diseases |
PHI 213 | Non-Communicable Diseases |
Fourth Semester
Subject Code | Subject |
PHI 251 | Environmental and Occupational Health |
PHI 252 | Climate Change and Human Health |
PHS 251 | Urban and Rural Health Care Systems |
PHI 253 | Violence, Accidents, Injuries and Disaster Management |
PHI 254 | School Health |
Fifth Semester
Subject Code | Subject |
GHP 311 | Globalization and Global health |
PHM 311 | Health Management |
PHM 312 | Health Economics and Financing |
PHR 311 | Medical Sociology and Anthropology |
PHM 313 | Health Promotion |
Sixth Semester
Subject Code | Subject |
PHM 354 | Health System Building Blocks |
PHM 355 | Health Promotion approaches and methods |
PHP 351 | Community Health Diagnosis |
PHM 356 | Health Care System of Nepal |
PHM 357 | Health Education and Communication |
Seventh Semester
Subject Code | Subject |
PHM 411 | Monitoring and Evaluation |
PHM 412 | Training Conduction and Evaluation |
PHM 413 | Project Management |
PHP 414 | Public Health Internship |
PHP 411 | Comprehensive Municipality Health management (Residential Field practice) |
Eighth Semester
Subject Code | Subject |
PHM 451 | Public Health Laws and Acts |
PHF 451 | Public Health Ethics |
PHP 452 | Public Health Dissertation |
PHP 451 | Journal Club/ Public Health Seminar |
After completing the program, graduates will be able to:
Apply principles and concepts of public health to community health problems.
Identify, analyze, and respond to major public health issues and disease risks.
Apply epidemiological and biostatistical methods in public health research.
Design, implement, monitor, and evaluate health programs and interventions.
Promote healthy behaviors through health education and community-based programs.
Assess environmental, occupational, and social factors affecting population health.
Apply knowledge of maternal, child, reproductive, communicable, and non-communicable health.
Conduct community health assessments and develop evidence-based solutions.
Apply health management, policy, planning, and health economics principles.
Demonstrate effective communication, leadership, teamwork, and community engagement skills.
Conduct independent public health research and disseminate research findings.
Apply ethical principles and contribute to equitable and accessible healthcare services.
The Bachelor of Public Health (BPH) is a four-year undergraduate program focused on protecting and improving the health of communities and populations. The program covers public health foundations, epidemiology, biostatistics, health promotion, environmental and occupational health, maternal and child health, communicable and non-communicable diseases, health systems, research, and community health. It combines academic study with fieldwork, internships, and research to prepare students for professional public health practice.
