Combined Degrees: Health Science B.S./Public Health M.P.H.
Effective May 17, 2024 FYS1020 and CAR0010 will no longer be requirements in our undergraduate programs.
The College of Health & Wellness offers students an opportunity to earn both their undergraduate and graduate degrees through its Combined Degrees: Health Science B.S./Public Health M.P.H. program. This program enables qualified students to earn, in a continuous plan of study, both a B.S. degree in Health Science and a Master of Public Health degree in as little as five years.
Qualified students are able to complete five core Master of Public Health graduate courses that will count toward their undergraduate Health Science degree. Visit the Health Science B.S. degree and Master of Public Health degree program pages for program descriptions and outcomes.
Requirements
Eligible undergraduate students who would like to pursue the Combined Degrees: Health Science B.S./Public Health M.P.H. program should apply directly for the program by the end of their second year to take maximum advantage of this accelerated option. Qualified students who elect the Combined Degrees: Health Science B.S./Public Health M.P.H. program as an undergraduate student must fulfill all admissions requirements for entrance into the intended graduate program and complete a graduate program application.
Health Science
A four-year program leading to the bachelor of science degree
Credits Major Courses | ||
| BIO1011 | General Biology - Cellular | 3 |
| BIO1016 | General Biology Laboratory - Cellular | 1 |
| BIO1022 | General Biology - Organismal | 3 |
| BIO1026 | General Biology Laboratory - Organismal | 1 |
| BIO2003 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| BIO2006 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory | 1 |
| BIO2013 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| BIO2016 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory | 1 |
| HSC1010 | Introduction to Health Professions | 1 |
| HSC1100 | Determinants of Health | 3 |
| HSC1230 | Introduction to Public Health | 3 |
| HSC2100 | Epidemiology | 3 |
| HSC2400 | Research Methods for Health Science | 3 |
| HSC4900 | Data and Evidence in Health: Research Capstone | 3 |
| Major Electives | ||
| Choose 11-12 credits from the following: BIO, CHM, ESS, HSC, PHYS, PSYC, SCI, SOC * | 11-12 | |
| Applied/Experiential Learning | ||
| Choose 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
| College of Health & Wellness Internship Ic | ||
| Directed Experiential Education D | ||
Study Abroad Sa | ||
| Related Professional Studies | ||
| CAR0010 | Career Management | 1 |
| CHM1011 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHM1016 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
| CHM1022 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHM1026 | General Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 |
| CULN2414 | Cooking for Health and Wellness | 3 |
| FYS1020 | First-Year Seminar | 1 |
| A&S Core Experience | ||
| Communications Foundation Courses | 9 | |
| Rhetoric & Composition I | ||
| Rhetoric & Composition II | ||
| Communication Skills | ||
| Integrative Learning | 6 | |
Two ILS courses, one at the 2000 level, one at the 4000 level | ||
| Arts and Humanities | 6 | |
| Ethics: A Global Perspective | ||
One course from ART, HIST, HUM, LIT or REL | ||
| Mathematics | 6 | |
| Precalculus ** | ||
| Introduction to Biostatistics | ||
| Science | 3 | |
| Nutrition | ||
| Social Sciences | 6 | |
| Introductory Psychology | ||
| One course from ANTH, ECON, GEND, LEAD, PSCI, RES or SOC | ||
| A&S Electives | 6 | |
Two courses with an EASC attribute | ||
| Free Electives # | ||
| 3 credits selected from 1000-4999 numbered offerings within the university | 3 | |
| Graduate Courses *** | ||
| HSC5020 | Foundations of Public Health | 3 |
| HSC5080 | Health and Healthcare **** | 3 |
| HSC5120 | Health Trends | 3 |
| HSC5150 | Chronic Disease Prevention and Control | 3 |
| HSC5220 | Insights into Vulnerable Populations | 3 |
| Total Credits | 122.0-123.0 | |
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Students selecting to focus in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy or Physician Assistant should consult with their faculty advisor prior to registration.
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Students that do not place in MATH1030 Precalculus, will need to take an extra course, MATH1020 Fundamentals of Algebra, as a prerequisite. If needed this will count as an A&S elective.
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Students use 6 credits from major electives and 9 free elective credits for graduate-level courses in the Public Health M.P.H. during their fourth year.
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Course may only be available online. Students should consult with their academic advisor regarding course availability and for planning purposes.
IcTypically, internships require a minimum of six credits. Students interested in a 9 or 12-credit internship can apply additional experiential learning and free elective credits, if available. Students are strongly encouraged to contact a faculty advisor before scheduling internship and free elective credits.
D Directed Experiential Education (DEE) opportunities are based on project availability with community partners and student eligibility. For more information, visit Experiential Education & Career Services (EE&CS).
SaTo be eligible to count toward Applied/ Experiential Learning, a Study Abroad offering must meet certain requirements. Contact JWU Global to discuss eligible Study Abroad options for this degree program.
# In addition to classes, free elective credits may be applied to a number of options such as internship, study abroad, Directed Experiential Education courses and courses in a specialization or minor as relevant. For students who qualify for the J2 program, up to four graduate courses may apply. Students are strongly encouraged to contact a faculty advisor before scheduling free elective credits.
Public Health
Master of Public Health (MPH)
| HSC5020 | Foundations of Public Health † | 3 |
| HSC5080 | Health and Healthcare †‡ | 3 |
| HSC5100 | Healthy Planet | 3 |
| HSC5120 | Health Trends † | 3 |
| HSC5150 | Chronic Disease Prevention and Control † | 3 |
| HSC5180 | Discrimination and Health | 3 |
| HSC5220 | Insights into Vulnerable Populations † | 3 |
| HSC5260 | Advocating for Healthier Diets ‡ | 3 |
| HSC5290 | Combatting Infectious Disease | 3 |
| HSC5320 | Cultural Competency to Improve Health | 3 |
| HSC5350 | Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ‡ | 3 |
| HSC5380 | Policy of Addiction | 3 |
| HSC5420 | Community Organizing | 3 |
| HSC6120 | Improving Community Health | 3 |
| HSC6920 | Public Health Capstone | 3 |
| Total Credits | 45.0 | |
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These graduate courses fulfill the bachelor of science requirements in the fourth year. Please note: The bachelor of science is not awarded until all graduate-level courses applying to the undergraduate degree have been successfully completed.
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Courses may only be available online. Students should consult with their academic advisor regarding course availability and for planning purposes.
Note: Students must pass MATH0010 Pre-Algebra or have equivalent placement scores to enroll in required math courses.
Note: Students must pass ENG0001 Writing Workshop or have equivalent placement scores to enroll in ILS 2000-level courses.
In collaboration with academic colleges across all JWU campuses, JWU Global Study Abroad programs offer a variety of international, domestic, and digital options for major, minor, free electives, experiential learning, and transferable courses. There are many affordable options for students during a semester, winter session, spring and/or summer breaks. Faculty-led, exchange, affiliate, and direct-enroll programs range in duration from one week to a full semester or full year. Financial aid may be applied, and some partners offer external scholarships. Premiere programs do not qualify for JWU scholarships or grants; however federal aid is available. Visit the study abroad website for information, program descriptions and online applications. Where will you go? Wherever you decide, make the best of your educational journey!