NOUN B.Sc. Environmental Health Courses & Requirements

NOUN B.Sc. Environmental Health Courses. Learn about the National Open University of Nigeria’s (NOUN) B.Sc. Environmental Health program, including admission requirements, course details, and career prospects.

Explore the National Open University of Nigeria’s (NOUN) B.Sc. Environmental Health programme.

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Introduction: NOUN B.Sc. Environmental Health Courses.

Are you passionate about environmental protection and public health? Do you seek a flexible and rewarding career path? If so, then the National Open University of Nigeria’s (NOUN) B.Sc. Environmental Health program might be the perfect fit for you.

This program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to assess and address environmental factors that impact human health. It caters to individuals with diverse backgrounds, offering entry points at both 200 and 300 levels, making it accessible to a wider range of aspiring environmental health professionals.

Admission Requirements for Environmental Health in NOUN.

To be eligible for the NOUN B.Sc. Environmental Health program, you’ll need to meet the following requirements:

General Requirements to Study Environmental Health in NOUN:

Five credit passes in WASCE, GCE, NECO, or NABTEB in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Health Science (within two sittings).

Direct Entry (200 Level):

In addition to the above, you may qualify through:
- A Diploma in Environmental Health Technician from a recognized College of Health Technology.
- A valid practice permit from the Environmental Health Officers Registration Council of Nigeria (EHORECON).

Direct Entry (300 Level):

Hold a valid EHORECON license and possess any of the following:
- Higher National Diploma (HND) in Environmental Health Technology.
- The Public Health Inspector’s Diploma of the Royal Society of Health (RSH) or West Africa Health Examination Board (WAHEB) Diploma for Public Health Superintendents.

Concessionary Admission (300 Level):

Mature candidates (45 years and above) with relevant experience and lacking the O’Level requirements may be considered for special admission.

Program Duration and Graduation Requirements for NOUN B.Sc. Environmental Health Programme.

The program duration varies depending on your entry level:

4 years: For holders of Environmental Health Technician Diplomas.
3 years: For holders of RSH Diplomas, WAHEB Diplomas, and HNDs in Environmental Health Technology.

To graduate, you’ll need to accumulate a minimum of 90-120 credit units, depending on your entry level.

NOUN B.Sc. Environmental Health Courses (B.Sc. Env. Health).

The program offers a comprehensive curriculum, covering various aspects of environmental health, including:

200 Level First Semester

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	UNIT	STATUS
GST 101	Use of English and Communication Skills I	2	C
GST 105	History and Philosophy of Science	2	C
GST 201	Nigerian Peoples and Culture	2	C
BIO 217	General Microbiology	3	C
BIO 304	General Ecology	2	C
EHS 205	Introduction to Environmental Health	2	C
NSS 201	Anatomy	3	C
ANP 204	Biochemistry	3	E
	Total Credit Units	19

200 Level Second Semester

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	UNIT	STATUS
GST 102	Use of English and Communication skills II	2	C
GST 122	Introduction of Philosophy and Logic	2	C
CHM 102	Introductory Organic Chemistry.	2	C
EHS 202	Fundamentals of Epidemiology	3	C
EHS 204	Introduction to Environmental Health Services.	2	C
EHS 212	Pollution Control	3	C
EHS 216	Urban Planning and Management	2	C
EHS 241	Introduction to Biostatistics	2	C
EHS 412	Health Economics	2	C
NSS 303	Human Behaviour in Health and Illness	2	C
	Total Credit Units	22

300 Level First Semester

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	UNIT	STATUS
BIO 407	Basic Entomology	2	C
BIO 411	Parasitology	2	C
CHS 317	Immunology and Immunization	3	C
EHS 311	Primary Health Care I	3	C
EHS 316	Environmental Health Services in Emergency Situation	2	C
EHS 317	Solid waste management	3	C
EHS 319	Introduction to Demography	2	C
	Total Credit Units	17

300 Level Second Semester

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	UNIT	STATUS
EHS 302	Ecological Sanitation	2	C
EHS 304	Hydrology and Sanitation	2	C
EHS 306	Sanitary Inspection of Premises	2	C
EHS 308	Environmental Biotechnology	2	C
EHS 312	Housing and Building Construction	2	C
EHS 315	International Port Health Services	2	C
EHS 318	Communicable Diseases	3	C
EHS 322	Biometeorology	2	E
	Total Credit Units	17

400 Level First Semester

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	UNIT	STATUS
CHS 401	Reproductive & Adolescent Health	3	C
EHS 403	Occupational Health and Safety	3	C
EHS 405	Environmental Toxicology	3	C
EHS 407	Environmental Health Laboratory	2	C
EHS 409	Sewage and Waste Water Management	2	C
EHS 411	Environmental Health Administration	2	C
EHS 413	Entrepreneurship in Environmental Health	2	C
	Total Credit Units	17

400 Level Second Semester

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	UNIT	STATUS
BIO 204	Biological Techniques	2	C
CHS 322	Community Mobilization and Participation	3	C
ESM 304	Research Methods	3	C
EHS 404	Primary Health Care I	3	C
EHS 402	Industrial Attachment*	6	C
	Total Credit Units	17

* A log book will be produced for this course

500 Level First Semester*

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	UNIT	STATUS
CHS 315	Non-communicable diseases	2	C
EHS 505	Environmental Health Ethics	2	C
EHS 507	Environmental Health Management information system	3	C
EHS 503	Seminar	1	C
EHS 518	Community Health Services	2	C
EHS 412	Health Economics	2	E
EHS 509	Research Project	6	C
	Total Credit Units	18

NOTE: *

EHS 510 – Environmental Health Practice I
EHS 512 – Environmental Health Practice II

The above courses are prescribed for students entering the programme at the 200 level. They are required to offer and pass (EHS 510 and EHS 512) for the purpose of certification and registration to practice with the Environmental Health Officers Registration Council of Nigeria.

500 Level Second Semester

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	UNIT	STATUS
EHS 506	Environmental Health Regulations, Policies and Laws	2	C
EHS 508	Environmental Health Impact Assessment	2	C
EHS 514	Child Survival and Development	2	C
EHS 516	Public Health Nutrition and Food Safety	2	C
	Total Credit Units	8

Conclusion

The NOUN B.Sc. Environmental Health program provides a valuable pathway for individuals seeking to make a positive impact on their communities and the environment.

With its flexible learning structure and diverse entry points, the program caters to both aspiring and experienced professionals seeking to advance their careers.

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