Program Overview
Master of Public Health (MPH) Program
The Master of Public Health (MPH) program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of public health. The program focuses on the prevention of disease and the promotion of health and well-being of individuals and communities.
Program Overview
The MPH program is a graduate-level program that consists of a minimum of 42 quarter hours of coursework, including core courses, electives, and a capstone project. The program is designed to be completed in two years, although students may choose to complete it in a longer or shorter period.
Core Courses
The core courses in the MPH program include:
- MPH 501: Introduction to Public Health
- MPH 502: Introduction to Epidemiology
- MPH 503: Introduction to Environmental Health
- MPH 511: Health and Behavior Theory
- MPH 512: Research Methods
- MPH 513: Public Health Administration
- MPH 515: Public Health Ethics and Policy
Electives
Students in the MPH program may choose from a variety of electives, including:
- MPH 522: Program Development and Grant Writing
- MPH 525: Program Evaluation
- MPH 530: Social Epidemiology
- MPH 531: Data Analysis
- MPH 532: Data Analysis II
- MPH 535: Program Design and Evaluation
- MPH 541: Biostatistics
- MPH 551: Global Health Inequities
- MPH 552: Maternal and Child Health
- MPH 553: Public Health and Forced Migration
- MPH 554: Global Public Health Practice
- MPH 555: Epidemiology in a Global Context
- MPH 556: Women's Health
- MPH 557: Environmental Epidemiology
- MPH 558: Qualitative Methods in Public Health
- MPH 559: Violence and Public Health
Capstone Project
The capstone project is a required component of the MPH program. Students work with a faculty advisor to design and implement a research project or program evaluation that addresses a public health issue or problem.
Practicum
The practicum is a required component of the MPH program. Students work in a public health setting, applying the knowledge and skills they have acquired in the program to real-world problems.
Admission Criteria
Admission to the MPH program requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, a minimum GPA of 3.0, and satisfactory scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Applicants must also submit a personal statement, resume, and letters of recommendation.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees for the MPH program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credit hours taken. Students should contact the university's admissions office for more information on tuition fees and financial aid.
Research Areas
The MPH program has several research areas, including:
- Social epidemiology
- Global health
- Environmental health
- Health behavior and education
- Public health policy and administration
Faculty
The MPH program is taught by a faculty of experienced public health professionals and researchers. Faculty members have expertise in a variety of areas, including epidemiology, environmental health, health behavior, and public health policy.
Accreditation
The MPH program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Accreditation ensures that the program meets the highest standards of quality and prepares students for careers in public health.