Programme Overview
Course Description
The Bachelor of Public Health (Honours) programme is a four-year, full-time undergraduate course designed to build a strong foundation in public health concepts, practical skills, and real-world exposure. The curriculum integrates health sciences, social sciences, policy, and management to prepare students for diverse roles in public health systems and community health initiatives. Students gain hands-on experience through field visits, internships, research projects, and community-based learning.
Focus
The programme provides a strong foundation in public health through key areas such as epidemiology, biostatistics, social and behavioural sciences, health systems, and disease prevention. It also covers health promotion, policy and legislation, research methodology, health economics, project management, and emerging topics like climate change and One Health, ensuring students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills for real-world challenges.
Flexible Pathways:
- Four-Year Honours Track: Students who attain a minimum CGPA of 7.5 at the end of third year with no backlogs will have the option of progressing to fourth year to complete the honours degree.
- Three-Year BPH Degree (Exit Option): Students may exit after 3 years with a BPH degree.
- Pathway programmes; Scholarship enabled MPH/MSW/MHA/MSc HTA courses at PSPH for BPH graduates meeting the eligibility and screening criteria for respective programmes.
Career Prospects
Graduates can pursue careers across diverse sectors including the public health sector, developmental sector, non-governmental organizations, and research organizations, contributing to community well-being, programme implementation, policy support, and evidence-based public health practice.
Eligibility Criteria
Pass in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English from a recognized Board, with minimum 55 % aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Admission Process
- Apply Online at https://apply.manipal.edu/
- Upload 10+2 Mark card
- Manipal Entrance Test (MET)
- Merit List based on 50% weightage given to MET score and 50% weightage to the marks obtained in 10+2 examinations (Physics + Chemistry + Biology + English) Score
- Physical / Online Counselling
- Admission Formalities
Key Dates & Deadlines
15
Mar 15 26
Mar ' 26
Last date to Apply
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Tentative Course Commencement Date
Indian Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
International Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
Indian Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
International Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
Facilities
Healthcare
Access to hospital facilities gives student hands-on training
Innovation Centre
State-of-the-art Innovation Centre facilitates multi-disciplinary research
Labs
Laboratories give students the opportunity for practical experience
Sports & Fitness
Marena has world-class facilities with courts for badminton, tennis, soccer & squash, as well as a well-equipped gymnasium
Libraries
Libraries give students access to study resources, digital and print
Student Housing
Student hostels are their homes away from homes
Next Steps
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