Introduction
Public Health is concerned with generating knowledge about preventing disease, promoting health, and prolonging life. The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences is the first-ever public sector effort of the state of Jammu and Kashmir to offer and launch a two-year MPH program.
Our two-year MPH program is designed to provide excellence in teaching of various subjects related to preventive health sciences, environmental and occupational health hazards, planning and policymaking, and statistical methods and concepts, with special emphasis on practical application of knowledge and methods in public health and clinical settings. It is oriented toward enabling the student to meet a set of international technical competencies and employability criteria. Our graduates can compete for jobs nationally and internationally. In doing so, we have shifted the emphasis in curriculum design from general theoretical inputs to a competency- and outcome-based approach.
We have designed the program to offer you the most interactive, informal, and encouraging environment conducive to learning. You will be encouraged to think critically, seek knowledge independently, and translate theory into practice. Our curriculum is based on the art and science of helping you learn. The principles of our educational philosophy are that you are self-directed learners, have rich experiences and knowledge on which to draw, desire to learn to better handle real-life situations, and see education as a process that increases competence and leads to the achievement of your full potential. Last but not least, every facility that makes you enjoy learning shall be at your disposal. I am confident that you will excel in this program and wish you all the best.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of fundamental and advanced concepts in public health and their relevance to contemporary global trends.
- Apply critical thinking skills to identify, assess, and propose solutions to public health challenges at individual, community, and population levels.
- Design and evaluate culturally competent and evidence-based public health interventions to address health disparities.
- Communicate public health information to diverse audiences using appropriate channels.
- Integrate ethical principles and professional values in public health practices.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to plan, implement, and evaluate public health programs and policies that enhance population health outcomes.
Job Opportunities
| Employment Area | Possible Roles |
|---|---|
| Public Health Departments | Public Health Officer, Health Inspector, Health Promotion Officer, Epidemiology Assistant, Disease Surveillance Officer |
| Hospitals and Healthcare Systems | Hospital Public Health Coordinator, Infection Control Assistant, Quality Assurance Officer, Health Education Officer |
| Community and Primary Healthcare | Community Health Worker, Primary Healthcare Coordinator, Outreach Program Officer, Maternal and Child Health Coordinator |
| Disease Control and Epidemiology Programs | Epidemiology Assistant, Outbreak Investigation Officer, Surveillance Data Analyst, Communicable Disease Control Officer |
| Health Education and Promotion | Health Educator, Behavioral Change Communication (BCC) Officer, School Health Program Coordinator, Nutrition Awareness Officer |
| Research and Development | Research Assistant, Public Health Data Analyst, Field Investigator, Project Coordinator |
| Government and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) | Ministry of Health Programs, WHO-supported Projects, UNICEF Programs, Humanitarian Health Organizations, Rural Health Initiatives |
| Environmental and Occupational Health | Environmental Health Officer, Occupational Health Assistant, Sanitation and Hygiene Officer, Water Quality Monitoring Assistant |
| International Health Organizations | Global Health Program Assistant, International NGO Health Coordinator, Development Health Officer (after meeting experience and requirements) |
| Teaching and Academia | Lecturer after higher qualifications and experience, Public Health Instructor, Training Coordinator, Teaching Assistant |
| Health Policy and Management | Health Policy Analyst, Healthcare Program Manager Assistant, Health System Planner, Healthcare Administration Officer |
| Further Education and Professional Development | Master of Public Health (MPH), Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Health, Epidemiology Specialization, Biostatistics Specialization, Health Policy and Management Training, Global Health Certification Programs, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Training |
Contact Details
Ph: +92-5822 960493