The Public Health Studies minor consists of 15 hrs of selected upper-level Public Health coursework. Students are encouraged to select courses in consultation with a Public Health Studies Academic Advisor.

Students applying for a PHLT minor must have a 2.0 or better overall GPA and meet with a PHLT advisor to declare the minor. Students with a minor in Public Health are prepared to: Understand factors influencing health in individuals, communities and populations; Contribute to society as citizens armed with the knowledge and skills to promote the common good; Promote healthier lifestyles and environments; and Contribute to the implementation of programs and interventions.

Course List

Code	Title	Semester Credit Hours
PHLT 302	Foundations of Public Health	3
PHLT 303	Social Context of Population Health	3
PHLT 305	Epidemiology in Public Health	3
PHLT 330	The Environment and Public Health	3
Select one of the following:		3
Any PHLT 3 credit course
Any relevant public health course 1
Total Semester Credit Hours		15

Minimum 15 hours required.

Minimum of 6 hours at 300- to 400-level.

Minimum 2.0 TAMU GPA and a completed minor form filed in the Public Health Studies advising office.

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 Must be approved by a Public Health Studies advisor.