Public Health (BA) Program

Why a BA in Public Health?

The Northeastern Public Health major is for those students with an interest in the sociocultural factors shaping health, public health policy, or administration. Students develop extensive knowledge in public health along with a solid grounding in the social and behavioral sciences.

Experiential Opportunities

Students benefit from hands-on learning opportunities both on and off campus. On-campus options include the Institute for Health Equity and Social Justice Research, the Center for Community Health Education Research and Service, and the Social Science Environmental Health Research Institute. Off-campus options include local and federal public health agencies and NGOs in Boston and around the globe.

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Public Health BA or Health Science BS?

Curriculum

The program’s interdisciplinary focus encompasses courses on health policy, epidemiology, and biostatistics, paired with courses in psychology and other social sciences.

While saving time and money, you can gain a competitive advantage in the job market by choosing our PlusOne accelerated BA/master’s degree program in Public Health.

Subject to change. Please check the academic catalog for the most current information.