Public Health Bachelor’s Degree
Study in Charlotte, NC
Degree: BS
Locations: North Carolina, Online, Rhode Island
Internship: Required, 6 credits
Credits: 121
Help Increase Health Accessibility
At JWU Charlotte, public health means improving the health of diverse populations. In our B.S. in Public Health, you will learn to assess and plan for community needs, exploring a holistic approach through interdisciplinary courses in public health, nutrition, exercise science, psychology, sociology and economics.
Students in the public health program learn to think about global health and how to address global issues, focusing on a country and developing solutions to problems its populations face. Many take additional electives in management to become prepared for entry-level careers in such areas as healthcare administration and management, consulting, policy administration and quality improvement in healthcare.
Through small class sizes and personalized instruction, you will work closely with supportive, industry-knowledgeable faculty who take a personal interest in helping you prepare for your public health future. Having developed close relationships with local organizations, our faculty have helped students network and prepare for opportunities to improve community outcomes and conduct independent research.
Why Study Psychology at JWU Charlotte?
Johnson & Wales students are encouraged to become public health advocates under the mentorship of research-focused and industry-experience faculty. This means having an opportunity to influence health firsthand through directed learning, research or a public health-related internship.
In this program, you’ll:
- Learn how to evaluate, present and analyze data and develop policies and interventions
- Prepare for a career in healthcare or for graduate studies in public health
- Obtain the intervention skills set to evaluate global health systems, identifying problems and developing solutions
- Apply free elective credit to options ranging from internships to study abroad
Charlotte Campus
JWU Charlotte sits right in the heart of the Queen City with a sleek glass-fronted, tree-lined campus.
You can walk to big spots like Truist Field Ballpark, Bank of America Stadium, 7th Street Public Market, and Romare Bearden Park.
The campus connects deeply with Charlotte’s booming industries including business, entrepreneurship, culinary arts, healthcare, and hospitality — so students get hands-on experience tied to real local opportunities.
Fast Facts
Customize your degree by focusing on specific areas that fit your career goals. JWU Charlotte also has many perks, including:
- Total campus population: more than 1,200 students
- Student-run clubs: more than 30
- Gym seating capacity: 600-seat gym