Faculty of Health Sciences
Dedicated to advancing healthcare through open and distance learning, public health, nursing, environmental health, community health, research and evidence-based practice.
Welcome to the Faculty of Health Sciences
The Faculty of Health Sciences at the National Open University of Nigeria provides accessible, high-quality education and training in healthcare disciplines.
The faculty supports students and professionals who want to build competence in public health, environmental health, nursing science, community health, research, disease prevention, health promotion and healthcare policy.
Mission: To provide accessible, quality and relevant education in health sciences, empowering individuals to improve health outcomes.
Departments and Programmes
Programmes Offered
- B.Sc. Public Health
- M.Sc. Public Health
- Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health
- PhD in Public Health
The Department of Public Health focuses on health promotion, disease prevention, education, research and policy development for communities.
Career Opportunities: Epidemiologist, Health Educator, Public Health Officer, Environmental Health Specialist and Research Scientist.
Programmes Offered
- B.Sc. Environmental Health Science
The Department of Environmental Health Science focuses on protecting human health from environmental hazards through assessment, management and control strategies.
Career Opportunities: Environmental Health Officer, Industrial Hygienist, Environmental Consultant and Safety Manager.
Programmes Offered
- B.Sc. Nursing Science
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing (PGDN)
The Department of Nursing Science trains professional nurses for compassionate, ethical and evidence-based care for individuals, families and communities.
Career Opportunities: Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator and Public Health Nurse.
Programmes Offered
- B.Sc. Community Health (Not active for 2025 session)
The Department of Community Health focuses on health promotion and disease prevention at community level.
Career Opportunities: Community Health Worker, Health Promotion Specialist and Public Health Educator.
Admissions Information
Admission to the Faculty of Health Sciences is based on NOUN’s general admission requirements and the specific requirements of each health programme.
Applicants must possess the required O’Level credits and meet the programme entry requirements. For direct entry pathways, candidates may require ND, NCE, HND or a first degree in a relevant field. Some health programmes may not admit from 100 level and may require direct entry.
Tuition and School Fees
Fees vary by programme, level and registered courses. Students should verify current fees before payment.
- Undergraduate Programmes: Estimated ₦70,000 - ₦120,000 per semester.
- Postgraduate Programmes: Estimated ₦100,000 - ₦150,000 per semester.
These estimates may change and do not include unofficial services or optional learning materials.
Use School Fees CheckerAccreditation and Programme Confirmation
Students should confirm the current status and admission availability of each health programme through official NOUN sources before applying or making payment.
Faculty Profiles
Professor of Public Health
Research Area: Maternal and Child Health
Senior Lecturer in Environmental Health
Research Area: Water Quality and Sanitation
Research Opportunities
The Faculty of Health Sciences supports research that improves healthcare delivery, public health planning, disease control and community health outcomes.
- Disease Prevention and Control
- Environmental Health Risk Assessment
- Health Promotion and Education
- Healthcare Policy and Management
Student Support Resources
- Online learning platform for course materials and assignments.
- E-library access for journals, books and research materials.
- Student counselling services.
- Disability support services.
- TMA support and e-facilitation sessions.
Faculty News and Events
- October 26, 2025: Faculty hosts public health seminar on disease prevention.
- November 15, 2025: Call for papers for international conference on Health Sciences Research.
- December 5, 2025: Faculty members participate in National Health Summit.