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Winter 2026: Course Offerings & Enrollment Information

INSTRUCTIONS:

Due to high demand for our courses, we have reserved a number of seats in our Winter 2026 classes to help ensure that students graduate on time. This means that if you want to take one or more PH courses in Winter 2026, you will need to follow the instructions listed below. 

It is VERY IMPORTANT that you check your VAC and UCSD email regularly. The department will be sending out time-sensitive updates. If you miss these updates, you may end up not getting seats in classes you need.

The winter schedule of classes posts on Wednesday, November 5th, and registration begins on Monday, November 10th. Please send any questions you have through the VAC and check out our Advising Calendar for up-to-date advising availability. Only drop-in advising and group advising is available in during registration so that the advisors are available to all public health students who have scheduling questions. If you are unable to come in during zoom drop-in advising hours, please send any questions you have through the VAC.  Queries received via phone or email will not receive a response.

NOTE REGARDING ALL PH COURSES:

If you are interested in enrolling in a PH course that is full during your first pass, you should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass. The campus waitlist will be prioritized, and the department will keep an internal waitlist. All remaining seats will be filled using the internal waitlist, so please make sure to waitlist at the very beginning of second pass and wait for our VAC message before switching your schedule. We will message all waitlisted students to let them know if we have seats for them or if we have placed them on our internal waitlist for the course within 2 weeks after second pass has started. All students who were authorized to enroll in a PH course MUST enroll in first pass for priority enrollment.

  • URGENT REMINDER: The BSPH Program will begin identifying impacted PH courses during the first 2 weeks of second pass. Once identified, we will lower enrollment to zero to signal that an internal waitlist is in place. It is critical that you waitlist for these courses at the very start of second pass to be considered for priority. After priorities are set, we will send time-sensitive instructions on how to enroll or instructions on your waitlist position. If you do not follow these instructions, you risk not getting into the courses you need.

IN-PERSON VERSUS REMOTE PH INSTRUCTION:

A majority of our PH courses will be in-person for Winter 2026. Courses that offer an in-person option will indicate a campus classroom. All remote courses will list RCLAS indicating the course will be taught remotely.

PH 193 & PH 194 ENROLLMENT:

The Public Health Capstone Sequence is expected to be completed in consecutive quarters. Students enrolled in PH 193 for Fall 2025 are expected to enroll in PH 194 for Winter 2026. If you have specific circumstances that require you to delay enrollment in PH 194 until Spring 2026, please contact Public Health in the VAC for guidance. Priority enrollment for PH 194 in Spring 2026 will first be given to students who are enrolled in PH 193 during Winter 2026.

PH 193 & PH 194 Update - Message in VAC and UCSD email:

ANTICIPATED WINTER 2026 PH CLASS SIZES

Course

Instructor

Anticipated Combined Class Size

PH 40

Larsen, Britta

160

PH 45

Stone, Matthew

160

PH 88

Marquez, Becky

20

PH 90

Staff

20

PH 91

White, Anne

80

PH 101

Tan, Gene

160

PH 102R

Rana, Brinda

120

PH 110

Hartman, Sheri

160

PH 120

Long, Kanya

60

PH 130

Kayser, Georgia

80
PH 161 Zoumas, Christine 95

PH 172

Ryan, Megan

40

PH 193

Nguyen, Annie

Zoumas, Christine

220

PH 194

Nguyen, France

80

PH 196AH

Binkin, Nancy

20

PH 40. Introduction to Public Health (4)

PH 40: Tuesday/Thursday 9:30-10:50m with Dr. Larsen

Prerequisites: none. Open to FR, SO, JR, SR standing.

  • Number of seats being released for open registration: 160
  • NOTES:
    • All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.
    • PH 40 will not be offered in SP26.

PH 45. Introduction to Methods and Ethics in Public Health Research (4)

PH 45: Tuesday/Thursday 5-6:20pm; Discussion F 9-9:50am, 10-10:50am, 11-11:50am, or 12-12:50pm with Dr. Stone

Prerequisites: PH 40. Open to FR, SO, JR, SR standing.

  • Number of seats being released for open registration: 120 (any remaining seats after released seats have filled will first be prioritized for declared Public Health Majors)
  • NOTES:
    • All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.
    • Required for all Public Health Majors who entered UCSD in FA24 and later.
    • FA25 transfer students interested in switching Public Health majors MUST complete PH 45 (and any other courses listed) by the end of WI26 to be eligible to switch - Declared Public Health Majors Switching between Public Health Majors (PB25-PB31).

PH 88. Learning Sustainable Wellbeing (1) (P/NP only)

PH 88: Thursday 11-12:20 pm with Dr. Marquez

Prerequisites: PH 40. Open to FR, SO, JR, SR standing.

  • Number of seats being released for open registration: 20
  • NOTES:
    • All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.
    • This course fulfills 1 unit of PH LDE major requirement.

PH 90. Living Well - Doing Well: Dimensions of Well-Being and Staying Healthy to Succeed in College - Exploring Public Health (2) (P/NP only)

PH 90: Monday 11-12:20pm “Living Well - Doing Well: Dimensions of Well-Being and Staying Healthy to Succeed in College” (2 units - P/NP only)

Prerequisites: none. Open to FR, SO standing. All students MUST submit an Enrollment Authorization System (EASy) to enroll.

This class is open to first- and second-year students and first quarter transfers. “Living Well - Doing Well” will provide students a framework to encourage healthy choices to foster holistic well-being as they pursue their educational goals at UC San Diego. The 8 Dimensions of Well-Being will be the focus of this course as students learn about campus and community partners and resources.

  • Number of seats being released for open registration: 20
  • NOTE:
    • All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.
    • This course fulfills 2 units of PH LDE major requirement.

PH 91. Doctor-Patient Interaction - Topics in Public Health (4)

PH 91: Monday/Wednesday/Friday^ 11-11:50am “Doctor-Patient Interaction” with Dr. White

  • Class will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays at the regularly scheduled time as listed on the UC San Diego Schedule of Classes and WebReg.  
  • ^All Friday lectures will be asynchronous and will not be meeting in-person.
  • Questions regarding the course schedule should be directed to the instructor.

Prerequisites: none. Open to FR, SO, JR standing. All students MUST submit an Enrollment Authorization System (EASy) to enroll.

  • Number of seats being released for open registration: 80 (any remaining seats after released seats have filled will first be prioritized for declared Public Health Majors)
  • NOTE: All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.
  • REMINDER: This course fulfills 1 PH LD Trending Topics course major requirement.

PH 101. Epidemiology (4)

PH 101: Tuesday/Thursday 11-12:20pm and 3:30-4:50pm with Dr. Tan

Update: All students who waitlisted by 3pm on 11/21 have received their internal waitlist position in the VAC

Prerequisites: PH 40, PSYC 60 or MATH 11 or COGS 14B or HDS 60. Open to JR, SR standing. Studentswith SO Standing must submit an Enrollment Authorization System (EASy) to enroll.

  • Number of seats being released for open registration: 110 (any remaining seats after released seats have filled will first be prioritized for declared Public Health Majors)
  • NOTE:
    • All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.
    • We do not recommend students enroll in both PH 101 and PH 102 in the same quarter.

PH 102. Biostatistics in Public Health (4)

PH 102R: Monday/Wednesday 3:30-4:50pm (remote); Lab W 5-5:50pm (in-person) or 6-6:50pm (in-person) with Dr. Rana (in-person/remote hybrid)

Update: All students who waitlisted by 3pm on 11/21 have received their internal waitlist position in the VAC

Prerequisites: PH 40, PSYC 60 or MATH 11 or COGS 14B or HDS 60. Open to JR, SR standing. Studentswith SO Standing must submit an Enrollment Authorization System (EASy) to enroll.

  • Number of seats being released for open registration: 80 (any remaining seats after released seats have filled will first be prioritized for declared Public Health Majors)
  • NOTE:
    • All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.
    • We do not recommend students enroll in both PH 101 and PH 102 in the same quarter.

PH 110. Health Behavior and Chronic Diseases (4)

PH 110: Tuesday/Thursday: 8-9:20am and 9:30-10:50am with Dr. Hartman

Prerequisites: PH 40. Open to SO, JR, SR standing.

  • Number of seats being released for open registration: 155 (any remaining seats after released seats have filled will first be prioritized for declared Public Health Majors)
  • NOTE:
    • All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.

PH 120. Health Policies for Healthy Lifestyles (4)

PH 120: Tuesday/Thursday: 5-6:20pm with Dr. Long

Prerequisites: PH 40. Open to JR, SR standing. Students with SO Standing must submit an Enrollment Authorization System (EASy) to enroll.

  • Number of seats being released for open registration: 60 (any remaining seats after released seats have filled will first be prioritized for declared Public Health Majors)
  • NOTE:
    • All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.

PH 130. Environmental and Occupational Health (4)

PH 130: Tuesday/Thursday 2-3:20m with Dr. Kayser

Update: All students who waitlisted by 3pm on 11/21 have received their internal waitlist position in the VAC

Prerequisites: PH 40, PH 101. Open to JR, SR standing.

  • Number of seats being released for open registration: 70 (any remaining seats after released seats have filled will first be prioritized for declared Public Health Majors)
  • NOTE:
    • All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.

PH 161. Clinical Nutrition in Public Health (4)

PH 161: Monday/Wednesday/Friday 1-1:50pm with Dr. Zoumas

Prerequisites: PH 40. Open to SO, JR, SR standing.

  • Number of seats being released for open registration: 95 (any remaining seats after released seats have filled will first be prioritized for declared Public Health Majors)
  • NOTE:
    • All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.
    • This course fulfills 1 PH UDE major requirement, 1 Community Health Sciences Concentration UDE, or 1 Medicine Sciences Concentration UDE.

PH 172. Immunizations and Public Health (4)

PH 172: Tuesday/Thursday 5-6:20 pm with Dr. Ryan

Prerequisites: PH 40. Open to SO, JR, SR standing.

    • Number of seats being released for open registration: 40 (any remaining seats after released seats have filled will first be prioritized for declared Public Health Majors)
    • NOTE:
      • All students interested in enrolling should waitlist at the very beginning of second pass if the class is full.
      • This course fulfills 1 PH UDE major requirement, 1 Epidemiology Concentration UDE, or 1 Medicine Sciences Concentration UDE.

PH 193. Public Health Capstone I (4)

PH 193 (Public Health Capstone I): Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9-9:50am and 10-10:50am

Update: All students who submitted EASy requests by 3pm on 11/21 have received their assigned PH 193 section placement - please see VAC message

PH 193 Update - Message in VAC and UCSD email:

Prerequisites: PH 40, PH 101, PH 102, PH 110, PH 120, declared PB25-PB31 Major. All students MUST submit an Enrollment Authorization System (EASy) to enroll. PH 193 day/time preferrences considered in order received so make sure to submit early and during first pass.

The Public Health Capstone Sequence is expected to be completed in consecutive quarters. Students enrolled in PH 193 for Fall 2025 are expected to enroll in PH 194 for Winter 2026. If you have specific circumstances that require you to delay enrollment in PH 194 until Spring 2026, please contact Public Health in the VAC for guidance. Priority enrollment for PH 194 in Spring 2026 will first be given to students who are enrolled in PH 193 during Winter 2026.

  • This class is only for students who will have minimally completed PH 40, PH 101, PH 102, PH 110, and PH 120 prior to WI26. Enrollment will open for during second pass.
  • NOTE:
    • As a reminder all students are required to attend their PH 194/196BH final exam Poster Session in-person, there are no exceptions. Please see below for attendance policy for the course and Poster Showcase.
    • PH 193 is offered in the FALL and WINTER quarters.

BSPH Program Policy on Maximum Number of Absences

The BSPH Program policy includes that students must attend a minimum of 80% of each Capstone course in the sequence or the Honors Practicum sequence. Students will not pass PH 193/194 or PH 196AH/BH if they miss >20% of classes (for any reason). Regardless of a student's earned grade, any student who has missed more than the allowed number of absences (excused or unexcused) will fail the course and need to retake the course in a future quarter. 

PH 194/PH 196BH Final: Poster Showcase Presentation

The final for PH 194 and PH 196BH is an in-person poster presentation of the Capstone project or Honors Practicum project at the Poster Showcase. The Poster Showcase is the final step in students culminating research project. It is designed to give students an in-person experience of sharing and discussing work with peers and faculty the same way that is expected of many public health professionals. It is an essential step in preparation for a career in the field of public health and a required final event of this PH 194 Capstone course and the PH 196BH course. Attendance to this event is mandatory for all students to pass the course. Students failing to attend will be required to retake the course in a future quarter. The final requirement of participating in the Poster Showcase is not merely a formality but a pivotal component of the students’ comprehensive research experience. It is crafted to provide a realistic experience that mirrors the professional expectations placed upon public health professionals. Engaging in this forum allows students to convey and deliberate over their findings with both peers and faculty, fostering a collaborative and scholarly environment. This Poster Showcase is indispensable in the academic and professional journey within the public health sphere. It equips students with the vital skills of communication, critical feedback reception, and networking, which are cornerstone abilities in the field. Moreover, it prepares them for the real-world scenario where sharing and defending their research findings is a common practice among public health professionals. The presentation and subsequent question-and-answer session are designed to simulate the professional conferences and symposiums where experts convene to exchange ideas and advance public health knowledge. 

PH 194. Public Health Capstone II (4)

PH 194 (Public Health Capstone II): Tuesday/Thursday 9:30-10:50am and 11-12:20pm

Update: All students who submitted EASy requests by 3pm on 11/21 have been cleared to enroll in their assigned PH 194 section - please see VAC message

PH 194 Update - Message in VAC and UCSD email:

Prerequisites: PH 40, PH 101, PH 102, PH 110, PH 120, PH 193 declared PB25-PB31 Major. All students MUST submit an Enrollment Authorization System (EASy) to enroll. PH 194 day/time preferrences considered in order received so make sure to submit early and during first pass.

The Public Health Capstone Sequence is expected to be completed in consecutive quarters. Students enrolled in PH 193 for Fall 2025 are expected to enroll in PH 194 for Winter 2026. If you have specific circumstances that require you to delay enrollment in PH 194 until Spring 2026, please contact Public Health in the VAC for guidance. Priority enrollment for PH 194 in Spring 2026 will first be given to students who are enrolled in PH 193 during Winter 2026.

  • This class is only for students who will have minimally completed PH 40, PH 101, PH 102, PH 110, PH 120, and PH 193 prior to WI26. Clearance to enroll will happen after PH 193 grades have posted.
  • NOTE:
    • As a reminder all students are required to attend their PH 194/196BH final exam Poster Session in-person, there are no exceptions. Please see below for attendance policy for the course and Poster Showcase.
    • PH 194 is offered in the WINTER and SPRING quarters.

BSPH Program Policy on Maximum Number of Absences

The BSPH Program policy includes that students must attend a minimum of 80% of each Capstone course in the sequence or the Honors Practicum sequence. Students will not pass PH 193/194 or PH 196AH/BH if they miss >20% of classes (for any reason). Regardless of a student's earned grade, any student who has missed more than the allowed number of absences (excused or unexcused) will fail the course and need to retake the course in a future quarter. 

PH 194/PH 196BH Final: Poster Showcase Presentation

The final for PH 194 and PH 196BH is an in-person poster presentation of the Capstone project or Honors Practicum project at the Poster Showcase. The Poster Showcase is the final step in students culminating research project. It is designed to give students an in-person experience of sharing and discussing work with peers and faculty the same way that is expected of many public health professionals. It is an essential step in preparation for a career in the field of public health and a required final event of this PH 194 Capstone course and the PH 196BH course. Attendance to this event is mandatory for all students to pass the course. Students failing to attend will be required to retake the course in a future quarter. The final requirement of participating in the Poster Showcase is not merely a formality but a pivotal component of the students’ comprehensive research experience. It is crafted to provide a realistic experience that mirrors the professional expectations placed upon public health professionals. Engaging in this forum allows students to convey and deliberate over their findings with both peers and faculty, fostering a collaborative and scholarly environment. This Poster Showcase is indispensable in the academic and professional journey within the public health sphere. It equips students with the vital skills of communication, critical feedback reception, and networking, which are cornerstone abilities in the field. Moreover, it prepares them for the real-world scenario where sharing and defending their research findings is a common practice among public health professionals. The presentation and subsequent question-and-answer session are designed to simulate the professional conferences and symposiums where experts convene to exchange ideas and advance public health knowledge. 

PH 196AH. Public Health Honors Practicum I (6)

PH 196AH (Public Health Honors Practicum I): Tuesday/Thursday 12:30-1:50pm with Dr. Binkin

Prerequisites: PH 40, PH 101, PH 102, PH 110, PH 120, and declared PB25-PB31 Major. 

  • This class is only for students who have applied and were accepted into this year’s Honors Practicum. Clearance to enroll will happen once fall grades have posted.
  • NOTE:
    • As a reminder all students are required to attend their PH 194/196BH final exam Poster Session in-person, there are no exceptions. Please see below for attendance policy for the course and Poster Showcase.
    • PH 196AH is offered in the WINTER quarter.

BSPH Program Policy on Maximum Number of Absences

The BSPH Program policy includes that students must attend a minimum of 80% of each Capstone course in the sequence or the Honors Practicum sequence. Students will not pass PH 193/194 or PH 196AH/BH if they miss >20% of classes (for any reason). Regardless of a student's earned grade, any student who has missed more than the allowed number of absences (excused or unexcused) will fail the course and need to retake the course in a future quarter. 

PH 194/PH 196BH Final: Poster Showcase Presentation

The final for PH 194 and PH 196BH is an in-person poster presentation of the Capstone project or Honors Practicum project at the Poster Showcase. The Poster Showcase is the final step in students culminating research project. It is designed to give students an in-person experience of sharing and discussing work with peers and faculty the same way that is expected of many public health professionals. It is an essential step in preparation for a career in the field of public health and a required final event of this PH 194 Capstone course and the PH 196BH course. Attendance to this event is mandatory for all students to pass the course. Students failing to attend will be required to retake the course in a future quarter. The final requirement of participating in the Poster Showcase is not merely a formality but a pivotal component of the students’ comprehensive research experience. It is crafted to provide a realistic experience that mirrors the professional expectations placed upon public health professionals. Engaging in this forum allows students to convey and deliberate over their findings with both peers and faculty, fostering a collaborative and scholarly environment. This Poster Showcase is indispensable in the academic and professional journey within the public health sphere. It equips students with the vital skills of communication, critical feedback reception, and networking, which are cornerstone abilities in the field. Moreover, it prepares them for the real-world scenario where sharing and defending their research findings is a common practice among public health professionals. The presentation and subsequent question-and-answer session are designed to simulate the professional conferences and symposiums where experts convene to exchange ideas and advance public health knowledge.