The course deals with the dynamics between population and environment; accompanying trade-offs between land use and health in Africa. Themes discussed include urbanisation; sustainable development; agricultural and industrial practices; pollution; deforestation and afforestation; distribution and competition for resources; health of migrants; emerging and re-emerging human diseases and community involvement in health service delivery.

Objectives: By the end of the course the student will be able to:

• Demonstrate an overall understanding of the population-environment-health nexus; and
• Apply knowledge gained to "real world" situations

Mode of Delivery: The content will be delivered through lectures, guest lectures, individual and group presentations and assigned readings.