The Bachelor of Science in global health studies is designed for students who desire to enter professional programs in the health sciences. It requires a minimum of 120 s.h., including at least 47 s.h. of work for the major. 

To request approval of a course for the GHS BA which is not currently on the approved list, students can speak with their Global Health Studies advisor.

Listed below are the general categories of coursework required to earn the degree; for more specific information on courses, curriculum, and requirements of the Bachelor of Science in global health studies, visit the UI General Catalog.

Coursework Requirements
TitleHours
Foundation courses7
Global Health Studies Perspectives and Practices Electives18
World Language and Culture Requirement6
Inquiry Course3
Experiential Learning Course3
Natural Sciences courses7-8
Mathematics or Statistics course3-4
Total Hours47-49