Public Health

Course Catalog

Course Catalog

Duration: 4 years (8 semesters) Total Credit Hours: 177         Medium of Instruction: English

Year

Semester

Course

Key Learning Themes

Year 1

Semester I

Communicative English Skills I, General Physics, General Psychology, Mathematics for Natural Sciences, Critical Thinking, Introduction to Emerging Technologies, Social Anthropology, Global Trend

Develop communication and critical thinking skills, understand human behavior and cultures, and gain awareness of science, technology, and global trends shaping the modern world.

Semester II

Communicative English Skills II, General Biology, History of Ethiopia and the Horn, Geography of Ethiopia and the Horn, Inclusiveness, Moral and Civic Education, General Chemistry, Economics, Introduction to Public Health

Advance English communication skills, learning the basics of biology, chemistry, and economics, explore Ethiopia’s history and geography, reflect on ethics and inclusiveness, and get an introduction to public and community health.

Year 2

Semester I

Haematology System, Respiratory System, Cardiovascular & Lymphatic System, Musculoskeletal & Integumentary System, Gastrointestinal System, Renal System, Reproductive System, Nervous System, Endocrine System

Understand how the human body works, from the blood and heart to the lungs, muscles, bones, skin, digestive system, kidneys, reproductive organs, nerves, and hormones, and learn how these systems work together to maintain health and balance.

Semester II

Infectious Diseases, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Reproductive Health, Population and Development, Environmental Health and Ecology, Health Education, Health Informatics, Research Methodology, Community-Based Training –I

Understand diseases and how they spread, while exploring reproductive health, population issues, and the environment. Additionally, how to educate communities, use digital health tools, conduct research, and get practical experience working in the community

Year 3

Semester I

Human Nutrition, Health Service Management, Health Economics, Health Ethics & Legal Medicine, Clinical Lab Methods, Introduction to Nursing Art

Learn how nutrition affects health, run and manage health services, and understand the ethical and legal side of healthcare. And also, get hands-on experience in lab work and nursing skills, preparing you to care for patients confidently.

Semester II

Physical Diagnosis, Internal Medicine-I, Surgery-I, Paediatrics -I, Gynaecology & Obstetrics –I

Learn how to examine and diagnose patients, while gaining a foundation in internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, and gynecology & obstetrics. Further, develop the skills to assess, understand, and manage common health conditions across all age groups.

Year 4

Semester I

Entrepreneurship, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Diagnostic Radiology, ENT, Dentistry

learn how to understand, diagnose, and manage a variety of health conditions, while also developing skills to innovate and create opportunities in healthcare

Semester II

Internal Medicine-II, Surgery –II, Paediatrics –II, Gynaecology & Obstetrics –II, TTP, Community Health Attachment, Student Research Project, Comprehensive qualifying exam

Focus on advanced clinical training in internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, and gynecology & obstetrics. In addition, develop teamwork skills, gain practical experience in community health, and apply research skills through a student research project.