About Public Health - Bachelor's (bs) in University of Texas At Arlington

Grounded in science and the study of human health, the Bachelor of Science in public health (BSPH) program will provide students multiple coursework and practice-based learning opportunities to explore the effects of urbanization on population health.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

'Taking advantage of UTA's comprehensive academic resources, the proximity to other allied health professionals in our College of Nursing and Health Innovation, and our central geographic location in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, BSPH students will have extensive opportunities to practice and master the skills required for success in today's workforce as a professional in the field of public health.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Earning your bachelor's degree in public health is the foundation you need to pursue public health careers that serve to improve health for all community populations. Public health professionals work in a wide range of health-related settings, including epidemiology research, biostatistics, consumer advocacy, policy consulting, community health education, nonprofit advocacy and leadership, health care administration, occupational health and safety, emergency management, and local and state public health agencies.

Academic qualification equivalents 

Please be advised that UTA is test score optional for admission through summer 2023. If you apply for admission without these test scores your application will be evaluated based on high school records such as GPA, class rank, courses taken and other relevant criteria. However, test scores can help in determining admissions decisions and scholarship opportunities.

NON-TRADITIONAL SECONDARY EDUCATION (NON-RANKING HIGH SCHOOLS, HOMESCHOOL & GED)

In accordance with Texas Senate Bill 1543, if you present evidence of the completion of a nontraditional secondary education without an official class rank, UTA will assign a class rank for you. This assigned class rank will be comparable to the average class rank of other applicants with equivalent SAT or ACT scores. Once the rank has been assigned, students must meet requirements above.  UTA requires official transcript or proof of GED to show completion of a non traditional secondary degree.

English language requirements

Submit official TOEFL test scores if you are from a non-native English speaking country. The minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 550 for the paper based test, and 79 on the internet based test. For IELTS we require a minimum score of 6.5. UTA also accepts Duolingo with a required minimum score of 105.

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