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BSc Public and Environmental Health
University of The Gambia · Kanifing (Serrekunda)
About this programme
Covers epidemiology, environmental health, disease prevention, health promotion, and public health policy. Directly relevant to The Gambia's health system priorities including malaria control, sanitation, and food safety.
Entry requirement
Entry requirement: at least 5 points.
Programme facts
| Qualification | BSc |
| Institution | University of The Gambia |
| Faculty / school | School of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Location | Kanifing (Serrekunda) |
| Minimum points | 5 |
| Accreditation | NAQAA |
| Funding / sponsorship | Students' Revolving Loan Scheme (SRLS) — enacted 2025, MoHERST-administered; newly operational. |
Careers this programme leads to
Public Health Officer Environmental Health Inspector Epidemiologist (junior) Health Promotion Officer Disease Surveillance Officer Sanitation Officer Food Safety Inspector Community Health Educator NGO Health Programme Officer Ministry of Health Policy Officer
Source
Published by https://www.utg.edu.gm/utg-undergraduate-admission-criteria/.
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