Health Science - Public Health, Bachelor of Science (BS) / Pre-Physician Assistant (SRU) (Traditional)
Program Overview
This four-year bachelor's degree program provides a comprehensive understanding of public health principles and practices. Students learn about health promotion, disease prevention, and environmental health, along with social and behavioral sciences and research methods. The program includes individual modules on key topics and culminates in a capstone project.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Program Content: The program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of public health principles and practices. Students will learn about health promotion, disease prevention, and environmental health. The program also includes coursework in social and behavioral sciences, as well as research methods.
- Structure: The program is offered as a four-year bachelor's degree. Students will complete a core curriculum of public health courses, as well as coursework in their chosen concentration.
- Course Schedule: The program's course schedule is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in public health. Students will take courses in epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, and health promotion. They will also complete a capstone project in their final year.
- Individual Modules: The program includes a variety of individual modules, each of which focuses on a specific topic in public health. These modules include:
- Introduction to Public Health
- Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
- Environmental Health
- Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health
Slippery Rock University
Overview:
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania (SRU) is a public university located in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines.
Student Life and Campus Experience:
SRU provides a vibrant campus experience with opportunities for student involvement. The university hosts a "Week of Welcome" event to welcome new students and offers various clubs and organizations for students to join.
Academic Programs:
The university offers a variety of academic programs, including majors in engineering, interdisciplinary studies, and other fields. SRU also has a strong focus on hands-on learning and research opportunities for students.
Other:
SRU is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). The university has a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).
