BPH Bachelor of Public Health
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
The Bachelor of Public Health (BPH) program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is an undergraduate degree designed to train students in the core disciplines of public health, preparing them to address community health needs and improve population well-being.
This program focuses on equipping students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills from the first semester. The curriculum covers epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, social and behavioral sciences, health policy, and management. Students gain practical experience through fieldwork, community health assessments, and internships, preparing them for diverse careers in public health.
Graduates emerge as Skilled public health professionals ready for further studies and impactful careers in the fieldalong with plenty of job opportunities globally.
Course Details
Description: 4 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 160 minimum and as specified
The minimum eligibility is a pass in 10+2 with at least 50% marks in any stream (preferably with Biology, Economics, or Social Sciences) from a recognized board (CBSE/ISC) or equivalent.
Semester | Name of the Subject |
Semester 1 | Introduction to Public Health, Principles of Epidemiology, Biostatistics I, Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health, Environmental Health I, English & Communication Skills |
Semester 2 | Health Promotion and Education, Biostatistics II, Environmental Health II, Health Policy and Management, Introduction to Health Economics, Practical: Community Health Assessment |
Semester 3 | Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology of Chronic Diseases, Maternal and Child Health, Occupational Health, Health Communication, Practical: Data Analysis in Public Health |
Semester 4 | Global Health, Public Health Ethics, Research Methodology in Public Health, Health Program Planning and Evaluation, Practical: Program Evaluation Techniques |
Semester 5 | Health Informatics, Disaster Management and Public Health, Elective I, Practical: Fieldwork in Public Health Settings I |
Semester 6 | Non-Communicable Disease Epidemiology, Health Economics and Financing, Elective II, Practical: Fieldwork in Public Health Settings II |
Semester 7 | Health Systems Research, Behavioral Change Communication, Elective III, Practical: Internship Project I |
Semester 8 | Thesis/Research Project: Independent research on a global health topic. |
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- Epidemiological Skills: Ability to investigate and analyze disease patterns and outbreaks.
- Biostatistical Skills: Competence in data analysis and interpretation for public health research and practice.
- Health Promotion and Education Skills: Capacity to design and implement effective health promotion programs.
- Environmental Health Knowledge: Understanding of environmental factors impacting public health and strategies for mitigation.
- Health Policy and Management Skills: Ability to analyze health policies and manage public health programs.
- Communication and Advocacy Skills: Effective communication and advocacy for public health issues.
- Certification in Public Health Data Analysis
- Certification in Health Promotion and Education
- Certification in Environmental Health and Safety
- Certification in Disaster Management
- Certification in Occupational Health and Safety
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Environmental Health, or other public health disciplines
- Ph.D. in Public Health
Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
0-3 years | Public Health Assistant, Health Educator, Research Assistant | ₹3,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 per annum |
3-5 years | Public Health Officer, Health Program Coordinator, Epidemiologist | ₹5,50,000 – ₹8,00,000 per annum |
5-10 years | Public Health Specialist, Health Program Manager, Senior Epidemiologist | ₹8,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 per annum |
10+ years | Public Health Director, Program Director, Lead Epidemiologist | ₹12,00,000+ per annum |
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 125000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 25000 ₹ | Between 80-90% – 12500 ₹ | Between 70-80% – 6250 ₹ |
