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2026-2027 Catalog

Public Health Program (BSPH)


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https://www.umflint.edu/chs/public-health/

The Bachelor of Science in Public Health prepares students for a wide range of entry-level public health positions. The coursework includes the foundational knowledge of public health practice (epidemiology, health policy, global health) and reflects the values of public health: community engagement, disease prevention, health promotion, and serving vulnerable populations.

The program’s major focus on health education prepares students to implement behavior modification and lifestyle changes for individuals, families, and communities. Students are eligible to take the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam upon completion of this degree.

The BSPH program contains a combination of in-person and online (asynchronous & synchronous) classes. A limited number of classes may meet in an online synchronous format, where you will have scheduled meeting days and times for participation in real time.

Internship experiences are expected to be completed in person. You will collaborate with the Internship Program Coordinator to identify and secure appropriate placement sites near your geographical area that align with your career goals and meet program requirements.

Prerequisites (3-6 credits)


The mathematics requirement and ENG 111 should be completed before other courses.

Requirements (120 credits)


Capstone/Internship (3 credits)


A grade of B- (2.7) or better in one from:

PHHS Certificate (12-15 credits)


All requirements of one of the approved Public Health and Health Sciences certificate programs (at least 12-15 credits), currently:

Additional Requirements


Completion of Program Exit Survey for assessment purposes

Minimum of 30 major credits in residency

All University of Michigan-Flint graduation requirements  including General Education  requirements.


Minimum Credits for the Degree: 120 credits

Honors Program


All bachelor-degree-seeking students with GPAs of 3.5 or higher are eligible to apply to the University of Michigan-Flint Honors Program .  Please contact the Honors Program Manager or the Honors Program Director for further information.

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