Direct Entry:

Full grade 12 General Certificate of Education with 5 “O” level Credits or better to include;
    – English Language
    – Mathematics
    – Biology
    – Science (excluding Nutrition Science)
    – Any other subject

In-Service:

Applicants should have previous qualifications and experience:
    – A valid current practicing license issued by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ), Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ)               or any other relevant professional body.
    – Previous Certificate or/and Diploma or equivalent qualifications trained from a recognized institution.
    – Full grade 12 General Certificate of Education with 5 “O” level Credits or better as stated above.
    – For exemptions and credit transfers please contact Admission’s office.

International Students:

Chreso University welcomes applicants from other countries in the Africa sub-region and beyond. An applicant who is not a citizen of Zambia, who does not possess permanent residential permit, is considered as an international applicant. In addition to the general requirements for admission, international applicants:
    – Must have their qualifications be validated by the Zambia Qualification Authority.
    – Must present evidence of the ability to speak, write, and adequately understand the English Language at academic level.
    – Must have qualifications equivalent to direct entry students or A-level.

Vision

Within the vision of the University and that of the Department of Health Sciences envisions optimizing learner potential and social responsibility towards health and development.

Mission

The department of Public Health at Chreso University is dedicated to excellence in protecting and improving the health and well-­‐being of the people of Zambia and of others throughout the world.
The department of Public Health seeks to achieve this mission by:
a) Educating scientists
b) Professionals and the public
c) Conducting research to develop solutions to public health problems
d) Providing public health service
e) Formulating public health policy

Knowledge is assessed by written seen and unseen examinations. These include;

• Standard essay sand extended essays or short pieces of coursework
• Individual and group presentations
• Poster presentations
• Group reports
• Project work
• Portfolios
• Data analysis and interpretation activities
• Clinical Nursing Skills
• A combination of formative and summative assessments (i.e. quizzes).