A minor in Public Health can help you build valuable knowledge and practical skills that complement a wide range of majors and career goals. Whether you plan to work in healthcare, education, social services, nonprofit organizations, emergency management, government, or another people-focused field, public health coursework can strengthen your understanding of health systems, disease prevention, communication, research, policy, and community wellness.
At Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, students in the Public Health minor explore how health impacts individuals, families, and communities while learning how evidence-based strategies can improve population health outcomes. Coursework is designed to help students better understand today’s public health challenges and develop a broader perspective on the systems, behaviors, and environments that shape community well-being.
What You’ll Learn
Within this program, you will build a strong foundation in public health concepts and community health practices while developing practical, real-world skills that can support future careers and graduate study opportunities.
The Public Health minor requires a minimum of 18 credit hours, including:
- Introduction to Public Health
- Introduction to Emergency Management
- Biostatistics or Qualitative Research for Public Health
- Healthy Behavior and Chronic Disease
- Topics in Public Health
- One designated elective course
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