Aga Khan University's (AKU) Department of Community Health Sciences (CHS) is a preeminent public health institution in the country. The vision of the Chancellor set the direction for the University to take a lead in community development and the creation of an innovative curriculum that emphasizes a balance between patient care and population health. Over the past several decades, CHS has played a major role in leading the development of national level primary health care, public health practice, health systems through evidence-based approach. CHS has established successful models in urban and rural settings in Pakistan emphasizing empowerment - building on the strengths of communities. As part of an international university, CHS collaborates in a global network of outstanding research and teaching institutions including AKU affiliates in East Africa and Central Asia.
CHS has five major sections – Epidemiology & Biostatistics, Health Policy & Management, Population & Reproductive Health, Environmental-Occupational Health & Injuries, and Non-Communicable Diseases & Mental Health.
The Master of Science in Public Health programme (MSPH) launched this year offers high-quality competency-based curriculum innovative education. The professionals are prepared to analyse, solve, and address the public health-related challenges faced by countries like Pakistan. With the objective of producing strong leaders, the programme enables professionals to significantly contribute to society. The programme is recognised by Higher Education Commission (HEC) in Pakistan.