Public Health Major

Description: A program that focuses on the scientific study of dental disease prevention and control, community dental health promotion, and prepares dentists and public health professionals to function as dental health specialists. Includes instruction in preventive dentistry, the relationship of oral disease to health and quality of life, patient and practitioner behavior, dental epidemiology, nutrition and dental health, dental care policy and delivery, oral health program planning and administration, biostatistics, and research methods. Is Public Health the right major for you?
Take the MyMajors Quiz and find out if it fits one of your top recommended majors!

Public Health Major

What Courses Do Public Health Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Public Health majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

  • Biostatistics
  • Dental Procedures
  • Education
  • Health
  • Nutrition
  • Research Methods