The Bachelor of Science degree in public health is designed to educate students who have an interest in meeting the rapidly growing demand for broadly trained healthcare professionals. The major combines a foundation in health-related courses, sciences, humanities and social sciences with courses in one or more departments. In addition to the major requirements, which represent the health and science focus of the college, students will select a concentration track that will build on their personal and career goals and interests. There are three concentration tracks: science healthcare with management health education/communication Some of the unique courses within the curriculum include: PUBH 300: Public Health This course introduces the study of community and societal health as a whole. It explores factors that maintain good health and factors that can be influenced to promote health and prevent disease. The population health approach is discussed throughout the course as well as factors such as individual medical care, community-wide health projects, laws and other influences. PUBH 310: Epidemiology for Public Health This course will examine basic concepts of epidemiology as the study of patterns, causes and effects of health and disease in populations and its influence on public health policy. Students will be introduced to the history, basic concepts and methods of epidemiology as related to public health. The social, behavioral and cultural factors that influence public health will be explored. PUBH 400: Global Health This course will introduce students to the key concepts and issues related to global health. The impact of globalization on the patterns of disease and effective control methods will be emphasized. The effect of social, economic and cultural factors on global health issues will be introduced. Liberal Studies Core The Liberal Studies Core Curriculum is one reflection of Gannon University's commitment to its Catholic identity. The Core's design offers students a defined, integrated, shared experience as the foundation for their undergraduate program.

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