Public Health, BS

Public Health, BS Degree Plan   

A degree in public health is interdisciplinary and prepares students to navigate the intersection of environmental and human health, healthcare delivery, and policymaking in order to improve community welfare based on sound science. The SAU public health curriculum is designed to incorporate many disciplines which work together to ensure that a community’s health needs are addressed. In addition to core public health courses, the degree plan includes courses in nursing, biology, psychology, sociology, health sciences, and recreation. Students with a degree in public health work in health departments, hospitals, schools, medical offices, non-profit organizations, and state or federal agencies. Students may also pursue advanced degrees in the public health field. The program also incorporates an upper-level public health internship, which emphasizes the importance of community collaboration and SAU’s commitment to meaningful career preparation, skills, development, and effective citizenship.