Faculty of Health Sciences
Dean Contacts
Faculty of Health Sciences
National University of Lesotho
P.O. Roma, 180.
Lesotho.
Tel: +266 22340601 / 52213000 Ext. 7127
Mobile: +266 59501023 / 63329275
Email: prafrose@yahoo.com
1. UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NUTRITION
The normal requirements for applicants shall be:
Diploma in Nutrition Science or equivalent OR
Bachelor of Science degree from recognized institutions by NUL.
As nutritionists, graduates may find work in private practices, the food industry, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and government departments, in areas such as nutritional consulting, nutrition information services, health promotion, health program planning and health policy. Clinical Nutrition, Community Nutrition (Public Health Nutrition). As food Scientists, graduates may find work in the food industry (Research & Development), research institutes and government departments, in areas such as research, food and ingredient manufacturing, food safety, food analysis, sensory evaluation and product development etc. Above all, the programme prepares the graduates to be entrepreneurs.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NUTRITION
For entry into the Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, students must have:
Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE examinations.
Obtained a C grade or better in Mathematics.
Obtained a C grade or better in Biology or physical Science.
Obtained a C grade or better in English Language.
Obtained a C grade or better in one other subject.
Obtained a D grade or better in any other two subjects.
As nutritionists, graduates may find work in private practices, the food industry, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and government departments, in areas such as nutritional consulting, nutrition information services, health promotion, health program planning and health policy. Clinical Nutrition, Community Nutrition (Public Health Nutrition). As food Scientists, graduates may find work in the food industry (Research & Development), research institutes and government departments, in areas such as research, food and ingredient manufacturing, food safety, food analysis, sensory evaluation and product development etc. Above all, the programme prepares the graduates to be entrepreneurs.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
The normal entry requirements for candidates shall be:
Diploma in Environmental Health or equivalent OR
Bachelor of Science degree from institutions recognized by NUL.
Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) officers in different organizations e.g. mines, manufacturing & service industries, Environmental Engineers/Specialists, Environmental Health consultants, waste water specialists, Health, food and site inspectors, Environmental pollution analysts, Environmental toxicologists, solid and hazardous waste management specialists, climate change specialists, Environmental Health Impact Assessment Specialists.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
For entry into the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health, students must have:
Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE examinations.
Obtained a C grade or better in Mathematics.
Obtained a C grade or better in Biology or physical Science.
Obtained a C grade or better in English Language.
Obtained a C grade or better in one other subject.
Obtained a D grade or better in any other two subjects.
Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) officers in different organizations e.g. mines, manufacturing & service industries, Environmental Engineers/Specialists, Environmental Health consultants, Waste water specialists, Health, food and site inspectors, Environmental pollution analysts, Environmental toxicologists, Solid and hazardous waste management specialists, Climate change specialists, Environmental Health Impact Assessment Specialists.
BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (HONOURS)
The normal entry requirements for candidates shall be:
A pass with credit in Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology.
OR
A pass in International Baccalaureate (IB) examination in Chemistry and Biology and either Physics or Mathematics with a score of at least four (4) higher level in Biology, and Chemistry and three in either Mathematics or Physics at the same level.
OR
A pass in advanced General Certificate of Education examination with a minimum aggregate of 9 in Chemistry, Biology and either Mathematics or Physics.
Pharmacist working in community, Hospital and industrial pharmacy; can also work in academic, clinical research and in government agencies in positions concerned with the control and regulation of drugs.
BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (HONOURS)
For entry into the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours), students must have:
Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE examinations.
Obtained a B grade or better in Mathematics.
Obtained a C grade or better in Biology or Physical Science.
Obtained a C grade or better in English Language.
Obtained a C grade or better in one other subject.
Obtained a D or better in any other two subjects.
Pharmacist working in community, hospital and industrial pharmacy; can also work in academic, clinical research and in government agencies in positions concerned with the control and regulation of drugs.
BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE
The normal entry requirements for candidates shall be:
Diploma in General Nursing or equivalent.
Registration with Lesotho Nursing Council and one (1) year working experience as a Nurse.
Midwifery qualification is compulsory for those who want to major in Community Health and Primary Health Care Nursing.
Can establish and run own clinics (Private Practice), Manage Health Centres, work as Managers and Directors of different programme e.g. EPI, PMTC, work as Nurse Educators, Clinical instructors at Diploma levels or Assistant Lecturers. Can pursue Masters and Doctorate degrees in Nursing Programmes.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN GENERAL NURSING AND MIDWIFERY
For entry into the Bachelor of Science in General Nursing and Midwifery, students must have:
Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE examinations.
Obtained a C grade or better in Mathematics.
Obtained a C grade or better in Biology or physical Science.
Obtained a C grade or better in English Language.
Obtained a C grade or better in one other subject.
Obtained a D grade or better in any other two subjects.
Sat for and passed a psychometric test
Can enrol for Postgraduate Diploma into Orthopaedic Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, Ophthalmic Nursing Oncology Nursing, Paediatric Nursing, Gynae Nursing, and Theatre Techniques. Pursue Master’s Degree in Public Health, Community Health, Maternal and Child Health, Medical Surgical Nursing etc. Pursue Doctor of Nursing, Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing. Private Practice after gaining relevant working experience
2. POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
Bachelor of Sciences in General Nursing and Midwifery / Bachelor of Nursing Science /Equivalent qualification
A Second Class, Second Division Pass
A pass with a minimum of two years working experience as a nurse and/or midwife
Meet the Lesotho Nursing Council requirements
Entry into the programme is restricted to nurses and midwives registered with the appropriate nursing regulatory body, i.e. the Lesotho Nursing Council. In cases of international learners: the Lesotho Nursing Council requirements and verification processes of qualifications required by the National University of Lesotho and the Council on Higher Education shall be followed.
Nurse Managers, advanced nurse practitioners, project managers, nurse educators, researchers, consultants, clinical mentors
Programme structure
Coursework and Dissertation Mode:
The student following this mode of study shall:
Take a minimum of 206 credit hours of course work within one academic year for full time students and two years for part-time students.
Complete a research proposal through the supervisor to the Department prior to data collection. Undertake research and write a dissertation of 12000 to 16000 words within one academic year of the completion of coursework.
Areas of Specialization
Advanced Adult Health Nursing (Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing, Critical Care, Oncology And Palliative, Trauma and Emergency Care)
Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing
Advanced Community Health Nursing
Advanced Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
NB: In addition to the areas of specialization candidates have an option to choose Nursing and Midwifery Education or Clinical Leadership and Management in Nursing and Midwifery in line with their career paths.