Public Health

Major

The School of Science and Technology

The Public Health program prepares students to improve health and well-being at the community, national, and global levels. Students study how social, environmental, and behavioral factors influence health outcomes while developing skills in data analysis, health education, and prevention strategies.

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Opportunities & Outcomes

The program emphasizes service, equity, and ethical leadership. Through applied learning and real-world experiences, students are prepared to address public health challenges and promote healthier communities.

Career Pathways

A Public Health degree prepares students for meaningful careers focused on prevention, education, policy, and community impact, as well as for graduate and professional study.

Community & Population Health

  • Community health educator
  • Public health outreach or engagement coordinator
  • Population health program assistant
  • Health promotion or wellness coordinator

Healthcare Systems & Administration

  • Healthcare program or services coordinator
  • Patient advocacy or care navigation roles
  • Quality improvement or outcomes support positions
  • Healthcare operations or compliance assistant

Epidemiology, Data & Research Support

  • Public health research assistant
  • Data collection or surveillance support roles
  • Program evaluation or assessment assistant
  • Health statistics or analytics support positions

Environmental & Occupational Health

  • Environmental health or safety assistant
  • Occupational health or workplace wellness coordinator
  • Sustainability or environmental compliance support roles
  • Community environmental health technician

 

Policy, Government & Nonprofit Service

  • Local, state, or federal public health agency roles
  • Nonprofit or global health organization staff
  • Policy research or advocacy assistant
  • Emergency preparedness or public safety coordinator

Education & Health Communication

  • Health education or prevention specialist
  • Public health communications coordinator
  • Community training or outreach educator
  • School or community wellness program leader

Graduate & Professional Pathways

  • Graduate study in public health (MPH)
  • Epidemiology, biostatistics, or health policy programs
  • Medical, nursing, or allied health professional programs*
  • Law, public administration, or global health graduate study

*Additional certification or graduate study may be required for some roles.

Programs of Study Offered

  • Bachelor of Science in Public Health

Faculty Spotlight

Katie McConnell

Katie McConnell

Adjunct Instructor of Public Health

Degree Requirements

Bachelor of Science

Bonaventure Program

Every QU student’s foundation for our liberal arts education, involving service learning, signature courses, writing, technological literacy. Program Requirements

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