PUBLIC HEALTH
About the program
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Public Health prepares students to tackle complex population-level health challenges through evidence-based practices, policy development, community engagement, and effective communication. This interdisciplinary program, which follows the accreditation standards of the , draws on epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy, environmental health, and social-behavioral sciences, while building skills in technical and grant writing, data analysis, and program planning. It will undergo review during the first three years of the degree as part of the CEPH accreditation process. Students culminate their studies with a capstone project and supervised experiential learning that applies theory to real-world settings, such as addressing health equity, chronic disease prevention, or infectious disease control in Delaware and the region.
You might like Public Health if you enjoy gaining knowledge of social, behavioral, and environmental determinants of health, key concepts such as how to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based health programs and policies, and skills like data interpretation, culturally sensitive communication, leadership in multidisciplinary teams, and advocating for health equity.
What Can I Do with a Degree in Public Health?听
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Public Health are oriented toward population- and systems-level work, focusing on prevention, policy, and large-scale impact. They are prepared for entry-level roles such as a program coordinator, community health strategist, policy analyst, health educator, epidemiology support positions, and environmental/global health roles in public/governmental agencies, NGOs, non-profits, hospitals, and international organizations. Graduates might pursue advanced study through a Master of Public Health (MPH) program or other related master鈥檚 or doctoral degrees in health administration, biostatistics, or global health. These pathways open doors to leadership, research, advocacy, and specialized practice in government, academia, and international public health organizations.
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Graduates of the BS in Public Health are well-positioned to pursue professional certifications that enhance employability, demonstrate specialized competencies, and support advancement into roles in health education, policy, epidemiology, and community health. Recommendations include:
鈼徧 : Offered by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (NCHEC), this credential validates expertise in health education and promotion.
鈼徧 : Administered by the National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE), this broad credential covers core public health sciences (epidemiology, biostatistics, policy, environmental health, etc.). Eligibility pathways often support recent graduates from CEPH-aligned programs or those with relevant experience.
