Department of Public Health - IUB

Department of Public Health - IUB Welcome to the Department of Public Health, Independent University, Bangladesh-IUB. We offer a generous scholarship for deserving candidates.

The Department of Public Health administers the flagship Masters in Public Health (MPH) program which is modeled after top North American Universities

Vision: Creating public health leaders to address future public health challenges locally and globally. We offer an international standard MPH program since 2005 taught by highly competent faculties. We collaborate with Harvard School of Public Health, the University of Maryland, the University of California, Berkley and other national and international universities and institutions. We offer MPH majors in the following areas:

1. Quantitative methods
2. Climate Change and Health
3. Hospital and Health Care Management
4. Psychosocial Health
5. Health Communications
6. Public Health Denstry
7. Reproductive Health
8. Population and Family Planning

For details, please contact-
Phone: 01704450257; 8431645-Ext-2511 or 01755639791. Email: sphmanager@iub.edu.bd

🎓 Advance your career in Public Health with IUB!Admission is now open for the Master of Public Health (MPH) programs — ...
10/02/2026

🎓 Advance your career in Public Health with IUB!
Admission is now open for the Master of Public Health (MPH) programs — Summer 2026 Semester.

🌿 Master of Public Health (MPH)
Opportunities at DPH, IUB:
• In-house workshops & seminars
• Hands-on training
• Research & publications
• Professional networking
• Assistantship (TA/RA)
🎁 Special tuition waiver available for Summer 2026
🕒 Class timing: Only Friday
🎁 Up to three courses waiver available
📅 Application Deadline: Sunday, May 10, 2026
📞 01704-450257 | 09612-939393 (Ext: 2515)
📧 sphmanager@iub.edu.bd
🔗 Apply now: admission.iub.edu.bd

Thinking about a PhD or aiming for fully funded international scholarships? Your publications can be a game-changer!The ...
06/02/2026

Thinking about a PhD or aiming for fully funded international scholarships? Your publications can be a game-changer!

The Department of Public Health, Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) is organizing an online seminar on:

🔍 “Publishing for Impact: How Peer-Reviewed Papers Accelerate PhD Admission and Fully Funded Scholarships”

🎙 Resource Person:
Dr. Rashidul Alam Mahumud, PhD
Senior Health Economist (Fellow)
Faculty of Medicine and Health
The University of Sydney

🗓 Date: 7 February 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💻 Venue: Online
📍 Platform: Google Meet

This session will provide practical insights on academic publishing, research strategy, and how strong publications can significantly boost your chances of PhD admission and scholarships abroad.

📢 Upcoming Academic WorkshopThe Department of Public Health, Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) is pleased to anno...
03/02/2026

📢 Upcoming Academic Workshop
The Department of Public Health, Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) is pleased to announce a workshop on
“Qualitative Research in Application.”
This workshop is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of qualitative research from an applied perspective, integrating methodological foundations with practical field based insights.
Speaker :
N. M. Rabiul Awal Chowdhury
Associate Professor, Department of Anthropology, University of Comilla
Adjunct Faculty, Department of Public Health, IUB

📅 Dates: February 3, 5 & 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Mode: Online (Google Meet)

🔎 Key Features:
• Three day structured training program
• Combination of classroom sessions and assignments
• Optional one day field visit for practical qualitative data collection
• Total training duration: 18.5 hours
This workshop is intended for students, researchers, and professionals seeking to strengthen their qualitative research skills through applied learning.

🎓 Celebrating the 26th Convocation of Independent University, Bangladesh 🎓The Department of Public Health, Independent U...
29/01/2026

🎓 Celebrating the 26th Convocation of Independent University, Bangladesh 🎓

The Department of Public Health, Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) proudly joined the 26th Convocation Ceremony held on 21 January 2026, celebrating the remarkable achievements of our Master of Public Health (MPH) graduates.

This memorable occasion marked the successful completion of an important academic journey, one that prepares future public health professionals to contribute meaningfully to community well-being, health systems, and sustainable development.

We congratulate all our graduates for their dedication, resilience, and hard work, and wish them every success as they step forward to make a positive impact in the field of public health.

🎉 MPH Orientation Day Spring 2026 🎉Today, the Department of Public Health, IUB warmly welcomed the new students of the ...
23/01/2026

🎉 MPH Orientation Day Spring 2026 🎉
Today, the Department of Public Health, IUB warmly welcomed the new students of the Spring 2026 semester through an engaging Orientation Day program held on 23rd January 2026. 🌸✨
It was a wonderful start to the academic journey of our new MPH students, filled with inspiration, interaction, and enthusiasm. 💡📚
We wish our students great success ahead in their academic and professional journey in the field of Public Health. 🌍❤

Wishing you a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year 2026.Warm greetings from the Department of Public Health, Independ...
31/12/2025

Wishing you a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year 2026.

Warm greetings from the Department of Public Health, Independent University, Bangladesh.

Advance your career in Public Health with IUB!Admission is now open for the Master of Public Health (MPH) programs — Sp...
12/12/2025

Advance your career in Public Health with IUB!
Admission is now open for the Master of Public Health (MPH) programs — Spring 2026 Semester.
🌿 Master of Public Health (MPH)
Opportunities at DPH, IUB:
• In-house workshops & seminars
• Hands-on training
• Research & publications
• Professional networking
• Assistantship (TA/RA)
🎁 Special tuition waiver available for Spring 2026
🕒 Class timing: Friday ( 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM )
📅 Application Deadline: Saturday, January 10, 2026
📞 01704-450257 | 09612-939393 (Ext: 2515)
📧 sphmanager@iub.edu.bd
🔗 Apply now: admission.iub.edu.bd

11/12/2025

🎓 Advance your career in Public Health with IUB!
Admission is now open for the Master of Public Health (MPH) programs — Spring 2026 Semester.
🌿 Master of Public Health (MPH)
Opportunities at DPH, IUB:
• In-house workshops & seminars
• Hands-on training
• Research & publications
• Professional networking
• Assistantship (TA/RA)
🎁 Special tuition waiver available for Spring 2026

🕒 Class timing: Friday ( 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM )
📅 Application Deadline: Saturday, January 10, 2026
📞 01704-450257 | 09612-939393 (Ext: 2515)
📧 sphmanager@iub.edu.bd
🔗 Apply now: admission.iub.edu.bd

The School of Pharmacy and Public Health, IUB, successfully organized a seminar titled, “Transdisciplinary Research for ...
07/12/2025

The School of Pharmacy and Public Health, IUB, successfully organized a seminar titled, “Transdisciplinary Research for Population and Public Health in Bangladesh” on 6th December 2025 at the IUB campus.

The event spotlighted the growing importance of breaking disciplinary silos to drive innovation, evidence generation, and collaborative action in Bangladesh’s public health landscape. It also created a vibrant platform for networking among researchers, academics, and professionals from across the country.

The seminar was chaired by Prof. Daniel W. Lund, Pro Vice Chancellor, IUB, with Prof. Dr. Sayeba Akhter (BMRC) as Chief Guest and Dr. Sultan Mahmud Bhuiyan (UGC) as Special Guest. Prof. Dr. Tanvir Turin Chowdhury(University of Calgary) and Dr. Kamran ul Baset (Dean, School of Pharmacy & Public Health, IUB) delivered the keynote addresses.

Representatives from leading institutions including BUHS, NSU, DU, JU, SUST, BMU, DGHS, icddr,b, UNFPA, UNICEF, NIPSOM, IEDCR and many others joined the discussion.

IUB extends heartfelt thanks to all participants and looks forward to fostering stronger research collaborations to advance public health in Bangladesh

Empowering Women Against PCOS: From Prevention to Treatment and Lifestyle TransformationWe are excited to share the succ...
27/11/2025

Empowering Women Against PCOS: From Prevention to Treatment and Lifestyle Transformation

We are excited to share the success of our recent event held on 26th November 2025 at the Multipurpose Hall, IUB. The session focused on Polycystic O***y Syndrome (PCOS), its prevention, treatment options, and the crucial role of lifestyle transformation.

This informative event aimed to spread awareness about PCOS and provide essential insights on how women can take control of their health. We were joined by experts in the field who shared valuable tips, practical advice, and personal experiences, helping attendees feel empowered in their journey toward better health.

A big thank you to our amazing partners for organizing this event:

IUB Public Health Club &

Derma Care Skin, Hair & Aesthetic Clinic

We look forward to seeing more women take charge of their well-being and continue to raise awareness on important health topics like PCOS.

The seminar on “Importance of Public Health Research for Medical Professionals: Quest for Greater Development” was held ...
21/11/2025

The seminar on “Importance of Public Health Research for Medical Professionals: Quest for Greater Development” was held on 20 November 2025 at Marks Medical College & Hospital, organized in collaboration with Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB).
The event brought together distinguished guests, academic leaders, and healthcare professionals to discuss the essential role of public health research in strengthening medical practice, enhancing healthcare systems, and supporting evidence-based policy development.

We were honored to have BEGUM FARIDA MASUD as our Chief Guest and BRIG. GEN. (RTD.) PROF. DR.MD. ENAMUL KABIR as our Session Chair whose presence added great value to the program.
The keynote session was delivered by DR. BILKIS BANU, who shared insightful perspectives on the evolving significance of public health research and its impact on sustainable healthcare development.
The welcome speech was given by DR. ZENAT ZEBIN HOSSAIN, we were also very pleased to have DR. KAMRAN UL BASET, TARIQUE MASUD KHAN,
PROF. DR. IQBAL MASUD KHAN,TARIQUE MASUD KHAN,PROF DR NISHAT FARHANA KHAN and NAHID FARIA KHAN as our special guest.Their prsence made the event fruitful and successful.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all participants, faculty members, and organizers for their meaningful contributions, which ensured the success and significance of the seminar.

অবহেলা নয়,প্রস্তুতিই সুরক্ষা।
21/11/2025

অবহেলা নয়,প্রস্তুতিই সুরক্ষা।

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Plot 16 Block B, Aftabuddin Ahmed Road Bashundhara R/A
Dhaka
1229

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+8801704450257

Website

https://iub.ac.bd/academics/departments/dph

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The School of Pharmacy & Public Health (SPPH)

primarily focuses on creating the next generation of leaders in public health research and practice with local relevance and global significance. Our faculty members are engaged in numerous international collaborations with some of the world’s leading research organizations and universities, which include McMaster University, SHARE (South Asian Hub for Advocacy, Research and Education on Mental Health), Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and Heidelberg University. SPH faculty members publish in the leading medical journals like THE Lancet, The New England Journal of Medicine, JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association). Our alumni are associated with top health research national and international organizations and institutions such as ICDDR,B, BSMMU, UNRC, Oxfam International, UNFPA, UNICEF, and UNDP.