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Preparing Leaders for Healthier Communities

The Department of Integrated and Environmental Health Sciences prepares students to address the factors that shape health and quality of life in our communities. Through comprehensive academic study, applied learning, research, and community engagement, students develop the knowledge and skills to advance prevention, promote well-being, and create sustainable solutions to today's health challenges. 

Our faculty are dedicated to student success, providing expert instruction, mentorship, and opportunities for meaningful collaboration. Students are encouraged to think critically, lead with purpose, and address complex health issues affecting individuals, communities, and the region.

Academic programs emphasize experiential learning through internships, research, community partnerships, and hands-on projects that connect classroom learning to real world practice. These experiences equip graduates with the skills, perspective, and leadership needed to make a meaningful and lasting impact in the communities they serve.

Explore Our Programs

Environmental Health Sciences

Environmental Health recognizes that our well-being depends upon our social and physical environment, as well as our lifestyle. The Environmental Health Program is focused on the protection of human health from biological, chemical, and physical hazards in the environment. Graduates of the department are highly trained scientists and professionals capable of identifying and measuring environmental hazards and effective management and control of those hazards. Learn more about ENVH

 

Integrated Health Sciences

Integrated Health Sciences prepares students through a comprehensive and well-rounded curriculum for employment and/or advanced graduate study in a myriad of health, medical, and wellness domains. The innovative core curriculum, coupled with the concentration of interest, prepares students to apply their knowledge and skills to real world health issues through a senior capstone experience.  Learn more about IHS

Master of Health Sciences

This flexible ONLINE program is designed for students with backgrounds in healthcare administration and business, health-related education, or clinical practice who aspire to leadership roles in the industry, or students preparing to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). A variety of concentrations provide students an opportunity for in-depth study in their area of focus and career path. Learn more about MHS

Student Services Center

Students within the Department of Integrated & Environmental Health Sciences will be assigned an advisor that supports success within their program and success at Western Carolina University. Undergraduate students are asked to meet with their advisor at least once a semester, allowing students the chance to have one-on-one attention where they can discuss: current and future classes, registration, academic and professional goals, graduate/professional programs, graduation, and campus resources.  Learn more about the Health Sciences Student Services Center