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The Department of Public Health at Red Sea University is dedicated to improving community health and well-being through education, research, and practice. Our program focuses on disease prevention, health promotion, and policy development, equipping students with the skills to address public health challenges at local, national, and global levels.
Our faculty comprises experts in epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, health policy, and community health who are committed to providing students with a comprehensive understanding of public health principles and practices. We emphasize evidence-based approaches and practical applications to prepare students for real-world public health challenges.
The department maintains strong partnerships with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, healthcare institutions, and international organizations, enabling our students to engage in meaningful fieldwork, internships, and research projects that address pressing public health issues.
Have questions about admission to this program?
Graduates of the Public Health program are well-positioned to work in various settings, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), hospitals, and research institutions. Possible career paths include:
Implement and manage public health programs and policies
Develop and deliver health education programs to communities
Support epidemiological research and disease surveillance
Analyze and develop health policies for organizations
Manage health programs for NGOs and international organizations
Ensure compliance with environmental health regulations
Support public health research projects and studies
Monitor and track disease patterns and outbreaks
The Department of Public Health has established the following goals to guide our educational mission and program development:
To train students with a strong foundation in public health principles, including epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, health promotion, and policy development.
To develop competent professionals capable of identifying, analyzing, and addressing public health issues at local, national, and global levels.
To promote leadership, ethical practice, and critical thinking in developing effective community-based health interventions.
To encourage research and evidence-based approaches to disease prevention and health promotion.
The Public Health program is structured to provide comprehensive training in disease prevention, health promotion, and policy development. The curriculum includes the following components:
| No | Types of the Requirements | Number of Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Requirement | 7 | 21 |
| 2 | Faculty Requirement | 13 | 39 |
| 3 | Department Requirement | 35 | 104 |
| 4 | Graduation Thesis | 1 | 3 |
| Total | 56 | 167 | |
Note: The program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application, with courses designed to develop strong analytical skills and evidence-based approaches to public health challenges.
Visit our office in Bosaso, Somalia, or email info@rsu.edu.so. We are open Saturday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Established in 2008 in Bosaso, Puntland, Red Sea University is committed to outstanding educational programs, research that addresses community needs, and developing tomorrow’s leaders.