StudyQA — Bachelor: Emphasis in Health Communication — California State University (Page 188)

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Description Contents Requirements

The Master of Science in Health Communication at California State University is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to effectively communicate health-related information across diverse populations and settings. This program emphasizes the development of strategic communication skills tailored to public health campaigns, healthcare systems, and community outreach initiatives. Students will engage with a curriculum that covers a broad range of topics, including health education, risk communication, media strategies, health literacy, and the influence of digital technologies in health promotion. Through coursework and practical experiences, learners will gain an understanding of how to design, implement, and evaluate health communication campaigns that can influence public health outcomes positively. The program also offers insights into the cultural, social, and ethical aspects of health communication, ensuring graduates are prepared to address health disparities and foster health equity. With experienced faculty members who are experts in the field, students receive mentorship and opportunities for research, internships, and collaborations with health organizations. The program aims to prepare graduates for careers in healthcare organizations, public health agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector companies focused on health communication and health promotion. Graduates will leave the program equipped with the analytical skills to assess communication needs, develop effective messages, and utilize emerging technologies and platforms to reach target audiences effectively. Emphasizing real-world application, the program combines theoretical foundations with practical skills, ensuring students are ready to face current challenges in health communication and contribute meaningfully to improving health outcomes through effective communication strategies.

HLTH 322 Health Issues and Education (2)
ANTH 103 Human Beginnings, Biological and Cultural Evolution (3)
ANTH 443 Medical Anthropology: Cross Cultural Perspectives on Health & Healing (3) (GenEd: D, Interdisciplinary)
BIOL 331 Biotechnology & 21st Century 3) (B2, D, Interdisciplinary)
BIOL 332 Cancer and Society (3) (B2, D, Interdisciplinary)
BIOL 333 Emerging Public Health Issues (3) (B2, E, Interdisciplinary)
BIOL 432 Principles of Epidemiology & Environmental Health (3) (B2, D. Interdisciplinary) (Prereq. BIOL 201 and CHEM 122)
MGT 426 Management of Healthcare Organizations (3) (Prereq. MGT 307)

International Freshmen Checklist

International Transfer Checklist

Financial Affidavit for Undergraduate applicants

Submit all application documents to the Center for International Affairs.

*Transfer Students: We are currently accepting applications from all community colleges in the U.S. Please make sure that you have at least 60 units and have completed “Oral communication”, “Written communication”, “Critical thinking” and “College level mathematics/quantitative reasoning” with “C” or better. Please note that the Nursing programs are closed for international students.

English Score

Submit the results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or other acceptable test (see below for list of tests). Scores must be sent directly to CSUCI from testing agency.

Acceptable English Placement Exams

TOEFL – Test of English as a Foreign Language with a minimum Paper-Based score of 500, a minimum Computer Based score of 173 or a minimum Internet Based score of 61.

IELTS – International English Language Test System with an overall band score of 6.0.

*Transfer students: It’s not necessary to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score if you have completed the required Freshman Composition Class at your community college.