In addition to having the region’s most affordable tuition, we offer thousands of dollars in scholarships every year. Learn more about scholarships and aid for your One Health Studies degree at Wayne State.
About the One Health Studies Program
Do you care about health, have broad academic interests, and a passion for learning? Do you like thinking outside the box to solve complex problems, value respectful collaboration with diverse societal sectors, and hope to make a difference for a healthier world? One Health Studies is a rigorous major combining an intentionally interdisciplinary core of diverse health, environmental, and social science foundations. A choice of four concentrations prepares students for a variety of professions or post-graduate/professional studies, while gaining a holistic understanding of the synergistic components determining health, skills for fostering health and well-being, and the ability to work collaboratively while addressing complex threats to health, ecosystems, and sustainable development locally and globally. Visit www.onehealthcommission.org to learn more about the field of One Health.


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Fast Facts
Degrees offered:
B.A. or B.S. in One Health Studies / Ecological Health
B.A. or B.S. in One Health Studies / Health Analysis
B.A. or B.S. in One Health Studies / Health Behavior and Promotion
B.A. or B.S. in One Health Studies / Social Health and Wellbeing
Program details: The One Health Studies major offers a choice of four concentrations: Ecological Health, Health Analysis, Health Behavior and Promotion, and Social Health and Wellbeing.
Hours required:
For major: 55-57
General education: 30
To graduate from WSC: 120
School: Science, Health, and Criminal Justice
Department: Health, Human Performance, and Sport
Our Focus is Results
Wayne State has the keys to your success and offers just what you need to become well prepared for the real world in the One Health Studies program.
Skills Learned
- Basic, applied, and social sciences, communication, critical thinking and analytical skills
- Ability to engage diverse academic disciplines and stakeholder perspectives to build capacity for health
- Development of historical, social, and cultural perspectives and respect
- Comprehension of local and global contexts and interactions of health determinants and health equity
- Development of plans addressing complex health challenges
Possible Careers
- Epidemiologist
- Biostatistician
- Health promoter/advocate
- Health security officer
- Emergency preparedness officer
- Medical, allied, and veterinary health science professions, including doctors, assistants, and researchers
- Zookeeper
Employers
- Government organizations
- Nonprofit organizations
- State and local health departments
- Game and parks organizations
- Environmental and agricultural consulting firms and advocacy organizations
- Hospitals and healthcare organizations
- Veterinary hospitals/clinics
- Wildlife management agencies
- Zoos
Learn From the Best
Our faculty are accomplished. Several are highly regarded as experts and have been recognized with notable honors and awards. And with a low student-to-faculty ratio, you'll be sure to receive an excellent education in the One Health Studies program.
Outside the Classroom
At Wayne State College, you’ll have opportunities to enhance your education by participating in clubs, organizations, activities, and more.

Clubs and Organizations

Service-Learning
Make a difference in the community while learning skills you can apply toward your future career. Wayne State’s Service-Learning program has received national awards in recognition of outstanding community service, with more than 400 students participating in Service-Learning projects each semester.

Opportunities
- Research, trips, and more – Attend and present at conferences and symposia, with regional and global practicum and rearch opportunities
- Campus and community health activities – Help plan and conduct activities around campus and in the community of Wayne for health awareness and improvement
- Study Abroad - Earn credit toward your degree while experiencing exciting global adventures overseas.

Internships
An internship is not required for the One Health Studies program at WSC. However, Career Services is available to help you find job opportunities if you are looking for field-related work experience.