r/publichealth 5d ago

DISCUSSION Is Public Health a good path ?

If there anyone who is currently doing there bsc or mph in public health or a proffessional, please kindly share your insights and experiences.They'll be really worth for me.

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u/whatdoyoudonext MS Global Health | PhD student - International Health 5d ago

Public health is an important and interesting field. Is it a good path right now? No. Take a look at the world and (if you are US based) the funding/priorities. My advice, pursue a bachelors that will give you a solid skill that you can transfer across various fields. If the world regains reason, pursue an MPH later on.

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u/Short-Worldliness297 5d ago

Thank you very much. From your experience, which field or degree would give me the most useful skills and opportunities right now?”

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u/whatdoyoudonext MS Global Health | PhD student - International Health 5d ago

Something that gives you a hard or technical skill - I'd say look at engineering, nursing, or the trades. Think of jobs that aren't tied specifically to federal funding or donors but still provide a tangible value to people.