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Public health experts operate behind the scenes to foster healthy communities and protect people from illness and injury. They accomplish this by promoting wellness initiatives and analyzing trends that may lead to disease or accidents. If you're eager to drive positive change, UTSA's bachelor's in public health can equip you to build a healthier tomorrow.
The Public Health degree at UTSA caters to individuals seeking expertise across diverse health disciplines including biostatistics, environmental science, epidemiology, health policy, health communication, and behavioral health. This program prepares graduates for careers with government health departments at all levels, as well as private and nonprofit health organizations.
Preparing HCAP students for professional success remains our foremost commitment. HCAP employs a specialized internship coordinator who partners with employers to arrange practical experiences and career guidance. HCAP students have collectively completed more than 140,000 internship hours. The curriculum incorporates hands-on learning through undergraduate research, fieldwork, and internship placements. The HCAP Student Success Center further enhances career readiness with professional development resources and leadership training beyond traditional coursework.