Bachelor of Science in Public Health

Southern Illinois University - Carbondale

As an undergraduate, our students learn that public health initiatives impact people every day in every part of the world. Our classes, internships, and research examine issues that have an affect on the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities.Our curriculum is characterized by small, interactive classes taught by our dedicated, nationally acclaimed faculty. Our students also are able to assist with relevant research. And, during the internship, our students are placed in the geographic region of choice.Public Health is appropriate for those students planning to conduct health education and health promotion activities in non-classroom settings. This unique opportunity will have a Public Health major that has a built-in minor with Healthcare Management. With a minor in Healthcare Management, students will be prepared for supervisory and management roles in the field of public health.

School of Human Sciences