Program Overview
Public Health Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Public Health degree program is based on a philosophy of health promotion and disease prevention, aiming to improve the quality of life of individuals, families, and communities. Public health professionals assess factors influencing health in individuals, communities, and populations; plan effective programs and interventions; design evaluations for those interventions; and successfully manage the implementation of those programs.
Program Focus Areas
The BSPH discipline focuses on four key areas:
- The multiple determinants of health, including biological, environmental, sociocultural, health service, and economic factors,
- Identification of scientific data, tools of informatics, and other information for identifying indicators of health status and health disparities and assessing the well-being of a community,
- Addressing major local, national, and global health challenges, and
- Designing public health approaches and interventions that improve health outcomes, population health, and well-being.
Career Opportunities
Public Health majors can pursue a variety of career paths, including:
- First Responder
- Restaurant Inspector
- Health Educator
- Nutritionist
- Community Planner
- Social Worker
- Veterinarian
- Epidemiologist
- Public Health Nurse
- Public Health Physician
- Occupational Health and Safety Professional
- Public Policymaker
- Sanitarian
Marketable Skills
The program equips students with marketable skills, enabling them to make a positive impact in their chosen careers. Students are encouraged to explore various career ideas and discuss their options with a Career Advisor.
Program Benefits
The Bachelor of Science in Public Health degree program offers a comprehensive education, complementing or enriching traditional biology-based pre-health degree plans for students intending professional education in medicine, nursing, allied health, or other health professions. The program establishes a specific entry-level baccalaureate degree in the Public Health academic pathway, providing a solid foundation for future careers in public health.