Bachelor of Science - Public Health

well-being in communities. With a proactive, interdisciplinary approach to health, public health focuses on preventing illness, promoting wellness, and ensuring equitable access to health services.  Our program is designed to meet the diverse goals of students, whether you’re interested in pursuing a public health career or need a strong foundation for pre-med, pre-PA, or pre-nursing pathways.  For students looking to work in public health, this degree equips you with the skills needed to tackle complex health challenges. Graduates are prepared for roles as a health educator, community outreach worker, prevention coordinator, or community engagement specialist. Through courses such as Methods of Marketing and Communication in Health, Environmental Health, and Health Program Planning, you'll gain the knowledge necessary to improve community health, promote disease prevention, and shape health policy. 

Career Path

Graduates of the Public Health Bachelor of Science program at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) have diverse and rewarding career opportunities across multiple sectors. Career includes Community Health Workers, Health Services Managers, Environmental Specialists, Health Education Specialist, Health Promotion Specialist, Health Services Manager, Lifestyle Coach, Policy Advisor, Program Analyst , Program Evaluator.