Public Health Major

Improve conditions and behaviors that impact human health.

Public health is a growing and important field of study. You'll research public health issues and educate the community on your findings. You'll develop the practices and policies that will improve the health of people in communities. You can work with people regionally, nationally and globally.

Why study public health at the College of Charleston?

You'll gain a broad understanding of the factors impacting population health. Work with our diverse faculty of exceptional scholars, leaders and mentors in the classroom and in the laboratory. With strong ties to public local, national and international health organizations, you'll have the opportunity gain rewarding internship opportunities. Gain experience in fields that include advocacy, health program implementation and hands-on field work.

What will I learn?

You'll gain a broad understanding of the factors impacting population health. Work with our diverse faculty of exceptional scholars, leaders and mentors in the classroom and in the community. With strong ties to public local, national and international health organizations, you'll have the opportunity to gain rewarding internship opportunities in fields that include advocacy, health program implementation, research and health care service delivery.  

Public Health, B.A. 

This degree type is perfect for students who want to focus more on communication, policy or health promotion programs. Specialize your degree by choosing either the global health concentration or the maternal and child health concentration. 

Public Health, B.S. 

This degree type is perfect for students who want a strong science background. Students interested in the medical fields should choose this option.

Careers & Outcomes