Public Health
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Bushnell University’s Bachelor of Science in Public Health prepares you to address complex health challenges through prevention, policy, and community-based solutions. Grounded in Christian leadership, ethics, and service, the program integrates scientific analysis, social understanding, and applied research to equip you for meaningful impact in public health systems at the local, national, and global levels.
You will develop the skills to analyze health data, evaluate public policy, and design evidence-based strategies that promote human health, prolong life, and prevent disease across diverse populations.
Why Choose Bushnell?
The Public Health program at Bushnell University is designed to meet the demands of today’s public health workforce, which seeks graduates who are analytically skilled, data-informed, and systems-oriented. Through a curriculum developed in partnership with Rize Education, you’ll gain applied experience with epidemiological analysis, health systems evaluation, and policy-focused research while developing a comprehensive understanding of disease prevention, population health, and community-based interventions.
You will complete both a supervised public health internship and a capstone experience that integrates research, policy analysis, and applied problem-solving to address contemporary public health challenges. Upon graduation, you will be prepared to think critically, communicate effectively, and apply ethical, evidence-based decision-making in public health and healthcare settings.
Program Format
The Bachelor of Science in Public Health consists of general education, major prerequisites, and public health core requirements. Courses are delivered online and in person through a combination of instruction from Bushnell University and upper-division finance courses supported by Rize Education.
Program Objectives
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Public Health, you will be able to:
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Analyze the historical development of public health systems and policies to inform evidence-based decision-making
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Source, interpret, and communicate epidemiological data to support effective policy and program design
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Assess the strengths and limitations of healthcare systems across economic, social, and political contexts
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Evaluate modern public health interventions, including responses to epidemics and global health crises
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Apply qualitative and quantitative research methods to real-world public health problems
Career Outcomes
Graduates of the Public Health program are prepared for roles such as:
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Health Services Manager
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Epidemiologist
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Health Education Specialist
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Public Health Analyst
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Program or Policy Coordinator
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Health Economist
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Hospital or Healthcare Administrator
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Community Health Director
Courses
For full course descriptions, visit our academic catalog.
These courses are taught by Bushnell University faculty and provide foundational knowledge in science, social systems, research, and communication:
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Cultural Anthropology
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Microeconomics
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General Psychology
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Precalculus
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General Biology I
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General Biology I Lab
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Applied Statistics
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Foundations of Public Relations
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Human Development
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Research Methods
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Neurodiverse Psychology
Online Courses
Selected upper-division public health courses are offered online in partnership with Rize Education and emphasize real-world application.
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History of Public Health
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Epidemiology
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Health Services
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Public Health Studies I: Current Topics and Politics
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Public Health Studies II: Demographics, Geo-Spatial Mapping, and Qualitative Research
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Health Economics
Experiential Learning
The Public Health Internship provides you with a supervised field experience in a public health or health-related organization, allowing you to apply academic knowledge in a professional setting. Through hands-on engagement, you will gain practical experience, develop professional competencies, and explore career pathways within the public health field.
The Public Health Capstone is an integrative, culminating project in which you address a contemporary public health challenge through research, analysis, and applied strategy. This experience synthesizes program learning outcomes and demonstrates your ability to evaluate data, assess policy implications, and propose evidence-based solutions.