PU101: Fundamentals of Public Health

In this course, you will explore the foundational pillars of public health, including its history, core functions, and essential services. You will apply a life-course approach to analyze how systemic determinants and emerging biological factors shape population health outcomes and health equity.

Quarter Credit Hours: 5 | Prerequisite: None

PU335: Global Health

In this course, you will conduct a comparative analysis of health burdens and governance structures across global contexts. You will investigate the intersection of human rights and resource-sensitive interventions while evaluating how international frameworks address systemic health inequities.

Quarter Credit Hours: 6 | Prerequisite: None

PU355: Environmental Public Health

In this course, you will investigate the scientific foundations of environmental health, focusing on the biological and chemical mechanisms of pollutants and exposure pathways. You will analyze the physical impacts of ecosystem changes and climate-related stressors on population health outcomes.

Quarter Credit Hours: 6 | Prerequisite: None

PU360: Public Health Policy

In this course, you will examine the legislative and governmental processes of policy formation and advocacy. You will navigate complex ethical frameworks and perform impact analyses to develop evidence-based recommendations for stakeholders that prioritize health equity.

Quarter Credit Hours: 6 | Prerequisite: None