UTSA has launched six new degree programs this fall semester, including three bachelor’s degrees, one master’s degree and two Ph.D. programs. Students also have the option to obtain a graduate certificate in Music Theory Pedagogy.
The College for Health, Community and Policy is offering three new degrees — a B.S. in Nutrition and Health, a Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) and a master’s program.
The bachelor’s program in nutrition and health trains students to address a variety of nutrition and sustainability issues, including food security, nutrition and the basics of cooking and food safety. Students of this program can specialize in either Maternal Child Health and Nutrition or Sustainable Nutrition and Food Systems.
The B.S.W. provides students with the knowledge and skills to effectively address challenges at the individual, family, community and policy levels. The program, which prepares students for UTSA’s master’s program, aims at developing professionals who respect different cultures and styles of communication while promoting equity, social justice and well-being.
The interdisciplinary M.S. in Health, Community and Policy prepares students for jobs in the healthcare industry in local, state and federal health agencies and community-based organizations.
Offered by the UTSA Department of Public Health, the graduate degree is ideal for students who want to serve the community through programs that emphasize health at the individual level, by promoting nutrition and physical activity, and at the community and population level, with advocacy for policies that address healthcare access and health equity.
Students also have the opportunity to pursue a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Human Resource Management. Offered by the Carlos Alvarez College of Business, the B.B.A. provides students with a comprehensive understanding of how to manage human capital within organizations.
According to UTSA Today, students in the program will acquire the skills necessary to recruit, develop and retain employees effectively and to contribute to the overall success of an organization’s workforce. Topics covered in the program include performance management, employee and labor relations, staffing organizations, compensating employees and employee training and development.
Two doctoral programs have also been added to the course catalog for this fall. The Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, offered by the Klesse College of Engineering and Design, trains graduates to solve current engineering grand challenges and become leaders in their field. On the other hand, the Ph.D. in Developmental and Regenerative Services (DRS), offered by the College of Sciences, covers topics such as regenerative medicine, brain health, stem cells and biotechnology.
These six programs are joining three others that launched during the Spring 2023 semester — multidisciplinary degrees in Spanish and Community Health (B.A.) and in Healthcare Management (B.S.), as well as an M.S. in Engineering Education offered by Klesse College. The option to receive a graduate certificate in Medical Device Commercialization was also added last semester.
For more information regarding these programs or to begin an application, visit the UTSA Admissions website.
