Academics

Health Sciences

Training compassionate, competent health professionals for Zambia and beyond.

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Programmes Offered

ProgrammeFee & Duration
Bachelor of Science in NursingK6,500 tuition + K3,000 accommodation = K9,500 / semester · 4 years
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Medical SciencesK6,500 tuition + K3,000 accommodation = K9,500 / semester · 4 years
Bachelor of Science in Environmental HealthK6,500 tuition + K3,000 accommodation = K9,500 / semester · 4 years
Bachelor of Science in Public HealthK6,500 tuition + K3,000 accommodation = K9,500 / semester · 4 years
Bachelor of Science in Social WorkK6,500 tuition + K3,000 accommodation = K9,500 / semester · 4 years
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health and SafetyK6,500 tuition + K3,000 accommodation = K9,500 / semester · 4 years
Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion and Disease PreventionK6,500 tuition + K3,000 accommodation = K9,500 / semester · 4 years
Diploma in Registered NursingK5,500 tuition + K3,000 accommodation = K8,500 / semester · 3 years
Diploma in Clinical Medical SciencesK5,500 tuition + K3,000 accommodation = K8,500 / semester · 3 years
Diploma in Environmental HealthK3,500 tuition + K3,000 accommodation = K6,500 / semester · 3 years
Diploma in Public HealthK5,500 tuition + K3,000 accommodation = K8,500 / semester · 3 years

Entry Requirements

5 O-Levels including Mathematics, English and Science for diploma entry; degree entry additionally requires 2 A-Levels (or equivalent) with a pass in Biology/Chemistry. Contact Admissions for programme-specific detail.

Dean's Message

Welcome to Health Sciences. Our staff are committed to hands-on, industry-relevant teaching that prepares you for real careers — not just examinations. I look forward to welcoming you into our community.

— Col. Christopher Liteta, Dean

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