Health Science: Public Health
College: | Brooks College of Health |
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Degree: | Bachelor of Science in Health |
Major: | Health Science |
Concentration: | Public Health |
Effective Term: | Fall 2024 |
The Osprey Map provides a term-by-term sample schedule for each undergraduate academic program at the University of North Florida. It is designed to guide students in the selection of courses each term. The "Mile Marker" courses are those courses that should be completed before or by the end of that term. Following the sample schedule, and completing the mile marker courses at the appropriate point of your undergraduate career, will facilitate graduation in four years. The term-by-term model assumes full-time enrollment. For students enrolled part-time, the sample schedule and mile markers should be followed based on the number of credits completed. The Osprey Map should be used in consultation with an academic advisor.
The BSH in Public Health combines a broad spectrum of liberal arts, sciences, social sciences and health science to prepare undergraduate students in the field of health education and health promotion. Students gain experience and skills in promoting healthy behaviors and preventing both chronic and infectious diseases and injuries while learning the theories and research methods necessary for the development of this field. Students will complete courses in nutrition, sexuality education, substance abuse, and violence prevention, exercise science, fitness, and aging. The goal of the Public Health program is to provide students with the education needed for entry-level public health positions and for graduate studies. Of major concern to any society is the health and well-being of its citizens. Although the human lifespan has increased, chronic and degenerative diseases, and continuing and emerging infectious diseases and injuries are urgent problems that must be addressed. Enhancement of health at both the individual and public levels is the major focus of this program. At the completion of this degree program, students are eligible to take the national examination for certification in health education (CHES).
Career Planning
Engaging in career planning activities is significant to student success. UNF offers customized career centers to deliver targeted programs, events, services, and resources. First-Year and Exploratory students should visit the Career Services webpage and Sophomore or higher-level students with a declared BCH major should visit the Brooks College of Health Career Services office.
Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an academic advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies and procedures. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information.
Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years.
- Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies UNF general education and Gordon Rule requirements. Math selection is contingent upon appropriate placement score, the student's major and credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc). Visit the Public Health webpage for a complete list of prerequisites.
- Civic Literacy Requirement: Prior to graduation from a Florida state university, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through successful completion of a civic literacy course (AMH 2010, AMH 2020, or POS 2041) and by achieving a passing score on an assessment. Consult an academic advisor, the university catalog and visit the Civic Literacy webpage for additional information.
- Students must earn additional Free Elective credit if needed to satisfy the university minimum 120 total semester hours for graduation.
- The Public Health program includes an internship that allows students the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge in a health education/health promotion setting. Faculty require completion of HSC4814 Public Health Practical Experience in the student's last academic term. Students may take a maximum of 3 Elective courses (Free Electives or Major Electives) with HSC4814. All General Education, Prerequisites, and Major Required courses must be completed with a "C" grade or better prior to HSC4814. A minimum 2.0 GPA is required prior to HSC4814.
Term 1: Attempted Hours 0-15
Schedule | Credit Hours | |
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IDS1932 (GW) First-Year Writing Seminar OR ENC1101 (GW) Audience and Purpose | 3 | |
MAC1105 (GM) College Algebra (Program Prerequisite) | 3 | |
BSC1010C General Biology I (Prerequisite for MCB2010C and BSC2085C) | 4 | |
PSY2012 Introduction to Psychology (Program Prerequisite) | 3 | |
Total Hours: | 13 | |
Mile Marker(s) BSC1010C General Biology I Minimum Grade C MAC1105 (GM) College Algebra Minimum Grade C |
Term 2: Attempted Hours 16-30
Schedule | Credit Hours |
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ENC1101 (GW) Audience and Purpose OR IDS1932 (GW) First-Year Writing Seminar (Select the course not taken in Term 1) |
3 |
STA2023 (GM) Elementary Statistics (Program Prerequisite) | 3 |
CHM2045 General Chemistry I (Program Prerequisite) CHM2045L General Chemistry I Laboratory (Program Prerequisite) (CHM1025/CHM1025L Introduction to Chemistry with Lab is an acceptable substitute for CHM2045/2045L) |
3 1 |
HSC2100 Personal and Public Health (Program Requisite) | 3 |
Total Hours: | 13 |
Mile Marker(s) STA2014 Elementary Statistics Minimum Grade C CHM2045/2045L OR CHM1025/1025L Chemistry I w/Lab Min Grade C |
Summer 1
Schedule | Credit Hours | |
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MCB2010C Microbiology (Program Prerequisite) (BSC1010C and a Chemistry course: CHM2045/2045L OR CHM1025/1025L are prerequisites for MCB2010C) |
4 | |
Total Hours: | 4 | |
Mile Marker(s) MCB2010C Microbiology Minimum Grade C |
Term 3: Attempted Hours 31-45
Schedule | Credit Hours | |
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Select a second Gen Ed Written Communication Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
BSC2085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (Program Prerequisite) | 4 | |
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 | |
Total Hours: | 13 | |
Mile Marker(s) BSC2085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I Minimum Grade C |
Term 4: Attempted Hours 46-60
Schedule | Credit Hours | |
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HSC3032 Foundations of Public Health | 3 | |
BSC2086C Human Anatomy & Physiology II (Program Prerequisite) | 4 | |
Select a Civic Literacy Course (AMH 2010, AMH2020, OR POS2041) | 3 | |
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
Total Hours: | 13 | |
Mile Marker(s) HSC3032 Foundations of Public Health Minimum Grade C BSC2086C Human Anatomy & Physiology II Minimum Grade C |
Summer 2
Schedule | Credit Hours | |
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Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 | |
Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 1 | |
Total Hours: | 4 | |
Mile Marker(s) HSC2100 Personal and Public Health Minimum Grade C All Public Health Program Prerequisites General Education Requirements |
Term 5: Attempted Hours 61-75
Schedule | Credit Hours |
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HSC3500 Epidemiology | 3 |
HSC3555 Human Diseases | 3 |
HSC4210 Environmental Health | 3 |
Select a Major Elective (See Degree Evaluation for options) | 3 |
Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 |
Total Hours: |
15 |
Term 6: Attempted Hours 76-90
Schedule | Credit Hours | |
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HSC3304 Public Health Strategies | 3 | |
HSC4624 Global Health | 3 | |
HSC4730 Public Health Research | 3 | |
Select a Major Elective (See Degree Evaluation for options) | 3 | |
Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 | |
Total Hours: | 15 | |
Mile Marker(s) HSC4730 Public Health Research Minimum Grade C Civic Literacy Requirement |
Summer 3
Schedule | Credit Hours | |
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HSC3713 Plan and Eval Health Programs | 3 | |
Total Hours: | 3 | |
Mile Marker(s) HSC3713 Plan and Eval Health Programs Minimum Grade C Summer Residency Requirement |
Term 7: Attempted Hours 91-105
Schedule | Credit Hours | |
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HSC4800 Professional Prep in Pub Health (Take semester immediately prior to HSC4814) | 3 | |
HSA4111 U.S. Health Care System | 3 | |
PHC4468 Hlth Disparities & Data Analy | 3 | |
Select two Major Electives (See Degree Evaluation) | 6 | |
Total Hours: | 15 | |
Mile Marker(s) HSC4800 Professional Prep in Pub Health Minimum Grade C University Foreign Language Requirement 2.0 Minimum GPA |
Term 8: Attempted Hours 106-120
Schedule | Credit Hours |
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HSC4814 Pub Hlth Practical Experience | 3 |
Select three Free Elective Courses (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) OR any remaining Major Electives | 9 |
Total Hours: | 12 |
Total Program Hours: |
120 |