Master's Degree, Public Health, Zambia
A Master's Degree is a postgraduate academic degree awarded by universities or colleges upon completion of a specific course of study. It typically requires one to three years of full-time study and allows students to specialize in a particular field or area of interest, enhancing their knowledge and skills for career advancement.
Public Health focuses on improving the health and well-being of communities through research, education, and policy. Students in this field learn about disease prevention, health promotion, and healthcare systems. Public Health professionals work to address public health issues such as infectious diseases, environmental health, and healthcare disparities.
In Zambia, education is primarily provided in English and follows a 7-5-4 system (7 years of primary education, 5 years of secondary education, and 4 years of university education). The country has a mix of public and private universities offering a range of degree programs in fields such as business, engineering, and social sciences.