Program Overview
Mercer University's MMSc/MPH combined degree program prepares students to become public health-minded primary care providers. The nine-semester program includes coursework in epidemiology, biostatistics, health promotion, and medical science. Graduates are equipped to address societal health concerns and evaluate community-based programming, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Mercer University's College of Health Professions offers a Master of Medical Science/Master of Public Health (MMSc/MPH) combined degree program. This nine-semester program focuses on preparing students to become well-trained public health-minded primary care providers who can address societal health concerns and evaluate community-based programming, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
Outline:
- MPH Year 1 (33 hours)
- Spring (18 hours)
- MPH 611. Principles of Epidemiology
- MPH 621. Basic Biostatistics and Health Measures
- MPH 631. Environmental Health
- MPH 641. Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
- MPH 652. Public Health Management
- MPH 713. Health Systems and Policy
- Fall (15 hours)
- MPH 721. Grant Proposal Writing and Development
- MPH 675. Community Health Needs Assessment
- MPH 730. Introductory Program Evaluation
- MPH 739. Diverse Populations
- MPH 740. Health Equity
- PA Year 2
- Spring
- PA 520. Human Anatomy with Lab
- PA 521. Pathophysiology
- PA 580. Physical Diagnosis with Lab
- PA 530. Principles of Pharmacology
- PA 511. Clinical Decision Making 1
- PA 501. Medical Communication (serves as MPH elective)
- PA 523. Concepts in Medical Science
- Summer
- PA 581. Clinical Medicine I with Lab
- PA 533. Pharmacotherapy I
- PA 545. Diagnostic Interpretation 1/ECG
- PA 550. Behavioral Medicine (serves as MPH elective)
- PA 512. Clinical Decision Making II
- PA 561. Biostatistics for Clinicians (serves as MPH elective)
- Fall
- PA 582. Clinical Medicine II with Lab
- PA 534. Pharmacotherapy II
- PA 542. Diagnostic Interpretation II
- PA 573. Surgical Medicine
- PA 513. Clinical Decision Making III
- PA 570. Emergency Medicine
- PA 562. Evidence-Based Medicine for Clinical Practice
- PA Year 3
- Spring
- PA 584. Clinical Medicine
- PA 572. Medical Nutrition (serves as MPH elective)
- PA 502. Medical Ethics
- PA 590. Point of Care Ultrasound
- PA 595. Medical Ethics and Professional Practice
- PA 601. Family Practice Practicum
- PA 602. Internal Medicine Practicum
- Summer
- PA 603. Hospital Medicine Practicum
- PA 604. Women’s Health Practicum
- PA 605. Pediatric Medicine Practicum
- Fall
- PA 606. Emergency Medicine Practicum
- PA 607. General Surgery Practicum
- PA 608. Behavioral Medicine Practicum
- PA Year 4
- Spring
- PA 609. Orthopedic Medicine Practicum
- PA 611. Elective 1
- PA 612. Elective 2
- PA 650. Senior Seminar (dually listed as PA 650 and MPH 793 (Applied Practice Experience))
Mercer University (Postgraduate)
Overview:
Mercer University is a private, coeducational institution offering a range of undergraduate and graduate programs across its various schools and colleges. The university is known for its commitment to teaching, service, and inspiring its students.
Academic Programs:
Mercer University offers a variety of graduate programs across its 12 schools and colleges. These programs cater to students seeking to advance their education and careers.
Entry Requirements:
Applicants must apply to each program separately, according to the guidelines in the Admissions Process and Requirements section for the PA and MPH programs. After successful admission to the Master of Medical Science (PA) Program, the student with a strong academic record and demonstrated interest in community-based health promotion and injury prevention will apply separately to the MPH program via SOPHAS Express for combined degrees. The admissions requirements for the combined degree are the same as for each individual degree.