Academic programme
Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health) (Vector Control) [from 2021]
Admissions
Entry requirements
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- Five Passes at CXC General Proficiency Examination (or Equivalent) with grades 1 to 111 (grade 111 as of 1998) which must include English Language and Mathematics, and at least one of the following science subjects: Integrated Science or Human and Social Biology, Chemistry or Physics and Mathematics.
- Candidates must have Four subjects CXC General Proficiency Examination Grade 1 to 111 (or Equivalent) which must include English Language and Integrated Science, together with the two year Ordinary Diploma in Science (Credit Grade) from GTI.
- Holders of Ministry of Health Environmental Health Assistants and two years post qualificat6ion experience. Plus four subjects CXC General Proficiency Examination Grade 1 to 111 (or Equivalent) which must include English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science, Chemistry ore Physics.
- Holders of UG Diploma in Environmental Health with two year post certificate experience plus four subjects CXC General Proficiency Examination Grade 1 to 111 (or Equivalent) which must include English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science, Chemistry or Physics will be eligible for entry into the programme at 3rd year.
- Holders of UG Associate of Science in Environmental Health with two year post certificate experience plus four subjects CXC General Proficiency Examination Grade 1 to 111 (or Equivalent) which must include English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science, Chemistry or Physics will be eligible for entry into the programme at 4th year.
- Matured Students over 21 years with five years' experience will be eligible once they satisfy the University's internal requirements (UGEE).
- Any qualification equivalent to any of the above.
- Five Passes at CXC General Proficiency Examination (or Equivalent) with grades 1 to 111 (grade 111 as of 1998) which must include English Language and Mathematics, and at least one of the following science subjects: Integrated Science or Human and Social Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Agricultural Science, Geography or Home Economics
- Ordinary Diploma in Science from GTI or equivalent
- Ministry of Health Environmental Health Assistant or equivalent
Programme structure
Courses by year and semester
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First Year
Semester 1
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| HSC1104 | Basic Microbiology | 3 | — |
| CHM1103 | Chemistry Laboratory I | 1 | — |
| MTH1106 | Fundamental Mathematics I | 3 | — |
| HSC1101 | Homeostasis I | 4 | — |
| EHO1101 | Introduction to Environmental Health | 1 | — |
| CHM1102 | Introduction to General Chemistry | 3 | — |
| MST1102 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 | — |
Semester 2
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHY1200 | Foundation Physics | 3 | — |
| MTH1207 | Fundamental Mathematics II | 3 | — |
| HSC1201 | Homeostasis II | 4 | — |
| CHM1206 | Introduction to Inorganic and Organic Chemistry | 3 | — |
| CHM1205 | Introduction to Physical Chemistry | 3 | — |
| CHM1207 | Laboratory II - Introduction to Physical, Inorganic and Organic Chemistry | 1 | — |
| ENG1203 | Technical Communication | 4 | — |
Second Year
Semester 1
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| HSC3108 | Applied Nutrition | 3 | — |
| EHO2109 | Environmental Health Law | 2 | — |
| EHO2106 | Food Safety l | 4 | — |
| ARH1100 | Fundamentals of Building Drawing & Construction | 4 | — |
| ENV1103 | Fundamentals of Environmental Science I | 4 | — |
| EHO2107 | Occupational Health and Safety | 3 | — |
| EHO2108 | Water Quality Control | 3 | — |
Semester 2
6 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARH2207 | Building Services I | 3 | — |
| UGC1201 | Computer Literacy II | 4 | — |
| EHO2201 | Food Safety II | 4 | — |
| HSC1202 | Health Education & Promotion | 3 | — |
| EHO2204 | Vector Control | 3 | — |
| EHO2205 | Waste Management I | 3 | — |
Third Year
Semester 1
9 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DST3100 | Academic Writing for Biomedical Sciences | 3 | — |
| AAA3105 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | "Use this slot if you are doing a Minor or a double Major." Please consult with your Head of Department. |
| AAA3106 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | "Use this slot if you are doing a Minor or a double Major." Please consult with your Head of Department. |
| AAA3107 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | "Use this slot if you are doing a Minor or a double Major." Please consult with your Head of Department. |
| EHO3108 | Disaster Preparedness | 2 | — |
| ARH2109 | Environmental Design | 3 | — |
| EHO3107 | Institutional Health | 2 | — |
| PSY1101 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 | — |
| HSC3103 | Management for Health Professionals | 3 | — |
Semester 2
6 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA3207 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | "Use this slot if you are doing a Minor or a double Major." Please consult with your Head of Department. |
| AAA3208 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | "Use this slot if you are doing a Minor or a double Major." Please consult with your Head of Department. |
| AAA3206 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | "Use this slot if you are doing a Minor or a double Major." Please consult with your Head of Department. |
| EHO3214 | Ecology of Vectors of Public Health Significance | 4 | — |
| MLS2201 | Molecular Biology and Genetics | 4 | — |
| DST3200 | Research Methods/Epidemiology | 3 | — |
Fourth Year
Semester 1
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA4106 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | Use this slot if you are doing a Minor or a double Major. Please consult with your Head of Department. |
| AAA4105 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | Use this slot if you are doing a Minor or a double Major. Please consult with your Head of Department. |
| AAA4107 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | Use this slot if you are doing a Minor or a double Major. Please consult with your Head of Department. |
| GEO2109 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems | 4 | — |
| HSC3103 | Management for Health Professionals | 3 | — |
| EHO4112 | Pesticides and their use | 3 | — |
| DDS4000 | Research Project | 4 | — |
Semester 2
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA4205 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | Use this slot if you are doing a Minor or a double Major. Please consult with your Head of Department. |
| AAA4207 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 0 | Use this slot if you are doing a Minor or a double Major. Please consult with your Head of Department. |
| AAA4206 | Addtional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | — |
| EHO4901 | Environmental Health Practicum/Report | 4 | — |
| EHO4207 | Health Promotion and Vector Control | 3 | — |
| EHO4206 | Integrated Vector Management | 3 | — |
| GEO3208 | Introduction to Remote Sensing | 4 | — |