COURSE CURRICULUM

The Public Health program at University of North Texas prepares students to improve community health and address major healthcare challenges through prevention, education, research, and policy development. The program is supported by nationally recognized full-time faculty members who are dedicated to student success through mentoring, innovative teaching, interdisciplinary research opportunities, and personalized academic support. Students also benefit from guidance provided by the PAHS Undergraduate Advising Office, which assists with degree planning and career preparation throughout the program. The curriculum combines social, behavioral, environmental, and health sciences to give students a broad understanding of public health systems and health promotion strategies at community, local, national, and global levels. Students learn how to identify, prevent, and solve public health problems while exploring topics such as epidemiology, environmental health, ethics, social justice, and health policy. Courses including Introduction to Public Health, Environmental Health, Public Health and Health Policy, Ethics in Science, Social Justice and Behavioral Foundations in Public Health, and Epidemiological Concepts and Methods for Public Health help students develop analytical thinking, communication, leadership, and evidence-based decision-making skills. Because of the program’s broad and flexible focus, graduates can pursue careers across many sectors of healthcare and public service. Opportunities may include working for hospitals, health insurance companies, government agencies, foundations, nonprofit organizations, community health initiatives, and public policy or research think tanks operating at state, national, or international levels. Students may also continue into graduate programs in public health, healthcare administration, epidemiology, medicine, or related disciplines. Scholarships are available through the College of Public Affairs and Health Services and the Department of Rehabilitation & Health Services, helping students further support their academic and professional goals. Overall, UNT’s Public Health degree combines scientific knowledge, interdisciplinary collaboration, community engagement, and practical skill development to prepare graduates to promote wellness, reduce health disparities, and contribute to healthier communities worldwide.