The degree in Epidemiology is a good choice for the students as they can practice in the area which is also helpful as a social cause. The higher education comprising the subject is in very few Universities, so job opportunities are healthy for the students.

What is taught in this paper?

The paper deals with the study of epidemics which are dangerous to public health, important steps to control the epidemics and precautionary measures which should be taken regarding this. The distinction between epidemic and endemic is a part of it.

Importance of this subject:

The subject of public health importance & disease control is a vital one as the epidemics are generally kills a large no. of population. The subject helps the students to learn & implement the steps. Precautionary measures which should be taken and control of any epidemics disease is done in this paper.

Paper Pattern:

The paper is a technical one and questions asked are of both objective & subjective type. There are generally 5 questions in this paper. The questions are separated into 2 groups; Section A is of choices questions and each question is necessary.  There are 4 choices in each question & students have to choose correct one from it. Section B is of 4 very descriptive questions, each of equal marks and each question are necessary to attempted. There are no choices of alternative available in the paper. The questions are needed to be answered with proper diagram & sketch if needed in a question.

Frequently asked questions:

The paper contains questions such as Benenson’s Control of Communicable Diseases, tropical diseases, emerging and Re-emerging Diseases, Rare Diseases, Malaria and Tuberculosis, Randomised controlled trials of Orphan Drugs, evaluation of public health surveillance etc.

Marks and time:

The students will get 3 hours to complete this 100 marks papers.

Recommended Books:

• Public Health Surveillance by P Nsubuga
• Physical activity epidemiology by AS Fauci