Public Health, B.S.
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(51 credits)
The Bachelor of Science in Public Health at Albertus Magnus College builds upon the College’s liberal arts foundation and Dominican traditions to prepare students as ethical, evidence-based public health professionals committed to advancing the health and well-being of diverse communities. The program develops scientific knowledge, analytical reasoning, communication skills, and ethical decision-making abilities needed to address complex public health challenges through prevention, research, policy, advocacy, and community engagement.
Through interdisciplinary coursework, experiential learning, and applied research opportunities, students develop the ability to analyze health data, evaluate public health programs and interventions, and promote health equity at local, national, and global levels. Graduates are prepared for careers and advanced study in public health practice, healthcare administration, health education, epidemiology, environmental health, research, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and related fields focused on disease prevention, social justice, and improving community health outcomes.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of a degree in Public Health, students will:
- Apply social and behavioral science principles to examine the social, cultural, economic, and environmental factors that influence population health and health equity.
- Collect, analyze, interpret, and communicate epidemiological and public health data using evidence-based and quantitative approaches.
- Evaluate public health policies, healthcare systems, and emerging health issues through ethical, scientific, and population-based perspectives.
- Apply qualitative and quantitative research methods to investigate public health challenges and support evidence-based decision-making.
- Communicate public health information effectively to diverse professional, community, and policy audiences to promote health education, disease prevention, and population well-being.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED CORE (51 credits)
MA 117 - Biostatistics: Math for Healthcare
PY 111 - Introduction to Psychology
SC 114 - Nutrition for Health and Fitness: The Science of Wellness
SO 111 - Introduction to Sociology
PO 230 - State and Local Government
PY 235 - Drug and Alcohol Abuse
MG 235 - Healthcare Management
MG 308 - Ethical Issues in Healthcare
PHS 211 - Introduction to Public Health
PHS 310 - Epidemiology
PHS 311 - Population Health
PHS 312 - Global Health
Select two (4 credits)
BI 111 - General Biology I
BI 111L - General Biology I Laboratory
BI 206 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I
BI 206L - Human Anatomy & Physiology I Laboratory
Note: BI 111 and BI 111L or BI 206 and BI 206L must be taken concurrently.
Select two (4 credits)
BI 112 - General Biology II
BI 112L - General Biology II Laboratory
BI 207 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II
BI 207L - Human Anatomy & Physiology II Laboratory
Note: BI 112 and BI 112L or BI 207 and BI 207L must be taken concurrently.
Select two (4 credits)
CH 121 - General Chemistry I
CH 121L - General Chemistry I Laboratory
CH 231 - General Organic Biochemistry
CH 231L - General Organic Biochemistry Laboratory
Note: CH 121 and CH 121L or CH 231 and CH 231L must be taken concurrently.
Select one (3 credits)
PHS 380 - Public Health Internship
PHS 388 - Public Health Capstone