Bachelor of Science in Public Health with Emphasis in Public Health Practice

at INTO Group- The University of Arizona USA

Nurture a greener and healthier tomorrow with a degree that innovates new, sustainable ways to keep food fresh. The Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Plant Systems has four tracks; students in the Fresh Produce Safety track advance the latest methods for maintaining the safety of food one of the most important resources on Earth. In this Yuma-based program, students discover how production chains become contaminated with diseases, and learn Good Agricultural Practices for the harvest of leafy greens and fresh-vegetable food safety. Coursework provides insight into food safety issues, field risk assessments, facility sanitation and inspection processes. Students gain real-life experience in the applications of soil, water and plant sciences, including soil chemistry, plant nutrition and hydroponics.

If you are intrigued by various fields of engineering and see yourself in a business leadership role, an engineering management major will set you up for success. Students seeking a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management glean knowledge from a range of disciplines and position themselves to become industry and entrepreneurial leaders. Engineering management majors learn to recognize the need for improved manufacturing processes and understand customer demand for new products and technologies. They craft a skillset steeped in the business management side of engineering while also focusing on one of the University of Arizona's specific engineering majors. Undergraduates gain real-world experience through design, entrepreneurship and internships programs, and club activities. This major primes students to lead their own projects and ventures, or those at global companies.

Hone your craft as a violinist and build a solid foundation in music theory by majoring in Performance. The highly lauded Fred Fox School of Music offers violinists a chance to study among fellow student musicians, renowned faculty performers and esteemed music professionals. Students seeking their Bachelor of Music in Performance with a Violin emphasis also audition for placement to satisfy a conducted large-ensemble requirement. Orchestra ensembles include the Arizona Symphony and the Philharmonic. Mariachi Arizona is another ensemble option, immersing students in a rich musical heritage. Undergraduate violinists study string instrument techniques, music literature, pedagogy, music history and culture, and more.

Using biological principles, unearth the mysteries of ecology to help build a sustainable future - for nature and for society. The Biosphere emphasis of the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science explores the interactions of microbes, plants, animals and humans with their physical and chemical environment. Students learn how to apply biological principles to biodiversity while gaining a broad understanding of habitat conservation, restoration and rehabilitation. Field experience tailored to students' interests arms them with the expertise, confidence and connections to critically evaluate and address sustainable management and remediation of the environment. The curriculum prepares students to solve environmental and human health challenges in this time of rapid ecological change.

Armed with insight into how art and media impact contemporary culture, you can pursue an inspiring career in a field that ignites your passion and showcases your talent. In the Bachelor of General Studies with an emphasis in Arts, Media and Entertainment, students analyze the roles that arts, entertainment, amusement and media play in modern and historical societies. Coursework teaches students how to do the following: develop skills in criticism and evaluation of art; identify the contributions of artists and art forms to the human condition; understand how art, media and entertainment shape, and are shaped by, cultural norms; understand the processes by which creativity is communicated; build knowledge of promotion and marketing in the arts; and develop and identify their own strengths, interests and contributions to the arts.

Whether you desire a career as a professional performer, music educator or composer, you'll hone skills both practical and technical needed to be a world-class organist. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Music in Performance with an Organ emphasis learn from a nationally and internationally recognized faculty dedicated to the development of student talent. The instructors at the Fred Fox School of Music provide weekly master classes, enabling students to collaborate, perform and learn together. Students benefit from one-on-one mentoring that trains them to be exemplary performers. The school offers a variety of musical experiences, including more than 300 concerts and recitals each year, as well as invites artists, scholars and clinicians from around the world for concerts, workshops, lectures, clinics and master classes.

If you see yourself in an educational leadership role outside of the traditional classroom, consider the Literacy, Learning and Leadership major. Communities are always in need of individuals who have expertise on how to make learning accessible for all. Graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Literacy, Learning and Leadership fill lead roles in a wide range of fields, including volunteer programming, nonprofit work, youth services, and community education and outreach. The undergraduate experience teaches students how to design traditional and digital instruction that turns complex ideas into understandable and accessible content and empowers individuals from diverse backgrounds to engage in learning outside of the traditional school setting. Students also earn academic credit and gain valuable work experience through internships at a variety of local, national and international organizations.

Hone your trumpet-playing talent by majoring in Performance, and gain valuable ensemble experience along with a thorough education in music. Whether it's classical, jazz, marching or mariachi, the Fred Fox School of Music provides a wealth of performance opportunities for trumpet students. Those seeking their Bachelor of Music in Performance with a Trumpet emphasis hone their skills by taking private lessons with trumpet professors who are active performers. Students also participate in the school's orchestras, wind bands, jazz ensembles, jazz combos and other chamber ensembles. Core requirements include classes in music literature, piano, conducting and history. Several jazz offerings such as improvisation and arranging are offered for all music students.

Follow in the footsteps of past and present feminist icons to become a leader in the movement toward gender equality across all fronts. Founded in 1975 and led by a renowned faculty, the Gender and Women's Studies department at the University of Arizona stands at the forefront of feminist research and curriculum. The Bachelor of Arts in Gender and Women's Studies is an interdisciplinary program that works to contest historical, ongoing and pervasive oppression based on gender, race, sexuality, class, ability and citizenship. Small class sizes encourage students to interact closely to learn the ways in which gender shapes society, culture, history, the economy and politics in the U.S. This approach to scholarship builds critical thinking, reading, writing and research skills. This B.A. relies heavily on both collaborative engagement and independent study, and students are encouraged to get involved in community organizations.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, theories, histories, and/or methods used in the field Gender & Women¿s Studies.
• Chicana and Latina Studies Concentration in B.A. Major Demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, theories, histories, and/or methods in Chicana and Latina Studies as they inform the field of Gender & Women¿s Studies.
• Queer, Transgender, and Sexuality Studies Concentration in B.A. Major Demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, theories, histories, and/or methods in Queer, Transgender, and Sexuality Studies as they inform the field of Gender & Women¿s Studies.
• Think critically as demonstrated by the use of synthetic, analytic, or computational/quantitative reasoning in written, spoken or visual form.
• Understand how differences among humans, or between humans and non-humans, have been constructed and organized and why those difference are important.
• Identify, evaluate, and use evidence from information sources following scholarly standards of ethical conduct.
• Write clearly and grammatically.