Online Bachelor of International Public Health
Arizona State University’s online Bachelor of International Public Health equips you to meet the challenges faced in health care around the globe. In this program, you’ll dive into topics ranging from health promotion and communicable disease prevention to environmental health and public health surveillance. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared for a variety of careers at globally recognized organizations such as the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Peace Corps and many more.
Quick facts
Next start date: 01/13/2025
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5–12
Total credit hours: 120
Help meet the growing demand for a skilled public health workforce
With preventable diseases on the rise globally, there's a growing demand for international public health professionals. Pursuing this bachelor's in international public health allows you to make a positive impact on the health of people around the world. This career field emphasizes the importance of preventive care and treating chronic conditions for patients globally. This program also prepares you to fight epidemics and pandemics, which is essential to international public health efforts. In this field, you can create effective public health practices within the principles of equity, ethics and sustainable development. You can also work to improve infrastructure to provide public health, preventative and clinical services to communities in need.
The knowledge and skills you’ll develop
This international public health degree provides the knowledge and skills needed for a career addressing systemic issues in global wellness and health care. In your coursework, you’ll cover topics ranging from health policy and advocacy to epidemiology and data analysis. Upon graduating, you’ll be equipped to evaluate, synthesize and communicate evidence-based public health information to diverse audiences throughout health care.
Additionally, you’ll gain valuable transferable skills that you can apply to many careers, including:
- Communication.
- Critical thinking.
- Cultural competency.
- Leadership.
- Problem-solving.
Global coursework and learning abroad opportunities
In this program, through the PLuS Alliance, you’ll have the flexibility to take courses taught by faculty at ASU and the University of New South Wales in Sydney. This alliance allows you the opportunity to learn from public health experts around the world, building a global academic network and giving you international exposure while you complete your degree.
Will my diploma say 'online'?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.
Public health degree courses
In this program, you’ll complete a broad range of courses covering health culture, ethics, biostatistics, economics, public health policy, anatomy and physiology and more. You’ll also complete two capstone courses that offer hands-on experience in international public health, allowing you to work on a project tailored to your interests.
The jobs you could get with a public health degree
After completing this international public health degree, you can pursue career opportunities with international aid groups, global nongovernmental organizations and government-sponsored health programs. You’ll be equipped for careers in health and safety, environmental science, public health and more. Career paths include, but aren’t limited to:
Biostatistician
Community Health Worker
Environmental Protection Specialist
Environmental Specialist
Epidemiologist
Health and Safety Manager
Medical and Health Services Manager
Learn from renowned faculty in international public health
The College of Health Solutions faculty displays a high level of research expertise, focused on creating a better future for all. Our faculty are lifelong learners dedicated to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve. Some of their research focuses on:
- Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
- Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
- Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
- Incorporating advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.
- Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.
Learn from renowned faculty in international public health
The College of Health Solutions faculty displays a high level of research expertise, focused on creating a better future for all. Our faculty are lifelong learners dedicated to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve. Some of their research focuses on:
- Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
- Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
- Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
- Incorporating advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.
- Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.
How to apply
first-year student
You’re considered a first-year student for application purposes if you’ve never attended college or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Earn your bachelor of public health from a connected health college
In the College of Health Solutions, students learn and prepare to become the health workforce of the future. Faculty and students also collaborate to research solutions to pressing global health challenges. Partnerships with the medical community offer students access to professional resources and networking opportunities with Mayo Clinic, Banner Health, HonorHealth, Dignity Health and more.
6,500+
students.
250+
Barrett honors scholars.
160+
faculty members.
$14.5 million
in research expenditures.
Tuition calculator
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Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
