The Data Science and Public Health, BS at Northeastern University equips you with a powerful interdisciplinary skillset to address complex health challenges through advanced analytical methods. In this program, you will explore the critical intersection of data science and public health, learning to analyze trends, identify health disparities, and develop evidence-based interventions. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students passionate about leveraging computational tools and statistical modeling to improve community well-being and understand the social determinants of health. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of both programming and public health principles.
Northeastern University offers this full-time, on-campus Bachelors Degree over four years, providing a robust curriculum that integrates core public health courses like epidemiology and healthcare systems with essential data science competencies. You will engage in hands-on learning, potentially working with real-world health datasets and developing skills in areas such as data manipulation, statistical analysis, and computational modeling. Through rigorous coursework and practical application, you will graduate prepared for diverse career paths in health analytics, epidemiology, health informatics, and public health research.