Students who are interested in improving health conditions in countries around the world may considering pursuing study in the field of global health. In this field, students may examine various disciplinary perspectives to understand the causes of disparate health systems and seek to develop long-term healthcare solutions.

Associate of Science degrees are similar to Associate of Arts degrees in that they are offered by community colleges and require general education classes. They differ in the fact that Associate of Science degrees require elective courses on specialized science subjects.