Program Information

The minor in Public Health offers students in health-related fields an introduction to a population health approach, including the core functions and organizational framework of the public health process.  Students receive an overview of the field of public health, biostatistics and principles of epidemiology through the required courses and can then select additional courses in areas of interest.

The goal of the program is to provide students with the critical thinking, problem-solving, oral and written communication skills, and ethical decision-making skills necessary for success in the field of public health.

To view a minor program sequence to assist with course planning, click here.

Contact Information

Required courses (9 credits)

• HSCI 130 - Introduction to Public Health Credits: 3
• HSCI 325 - Biostatistics Credits: 3
• HSCI 340 - Principles of Epidemiology Credits: 3

Selectives (6 credits)

 Students choose two of the following courses.  Please note that some of the following courses have prerequisites.

• HSCI 410 - Health and Health Care Disparities Credits: 3
• HSCI 460 - Health Law Credits: 3
• HSCI 470 - Global Health Credits: 3
• HSCI 475 - Maternal and Child Health Credits: 3