Public Health BS/MPH

Program Overview

The Public Health BS/MPH program at the University at Buffalo is a five-year combined program that prepares students for leadership roles in public health. The program covers a broad range of topics, including epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, health behavior, and public health policy. Graduates are prepared for careers in various public health fields, including epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health science, health education, public health policy analysis, and public health administration.

Program Outline

Public Health BS/MPH

Degree Overview:

Description:

The Public Health BS/MPH program at the University at Buffalo prepares students for leadership roles in the public health field. This combined program allows students to earn both a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Public Health and a Master of Public Health (MPH) in five years.

Objectives:

• Enhance students' skills in epidemiology, data analysis, leadership, teamwork, program design and evaluation, policy development, cultural competence, interprofessional collaborative practice, and systems thinking.
• Prepare students to address the world's most pressing health problems through education, promotion of healthy behaviors, and research for disease and injury prevention.

Program Outline:

Content:

The BS/MPH program covers a broad range of public health topics, including:

• Epidemiology
• Biostatistics
• Environmental health
• Health behavior
• Social and behavioral determinants of health
• Healthcare systems
• Public health policy

Structure:

• The program is designed to be completed in five years.
• Students will take courses in both the School of Public Health and Health Professions and the College of Arts and Sciences.
• The program includes a capstone experience, which gives students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world public health problem.

Course Schedule:

The specific course schedule for the BS/MPH program will vary depending on the student's interests and goals. However, a sample schedule is available on the School of Public Health and Health Professions website.

Modules:

The BS/MPH program is divided into five modules:

• Module 1: Foundations of Public Health
• Module 2: Epidemiology and Biostatistics
• Module 3: Environmental and Occupational Health
• Module 4: Health Behavior and Social Determinants of Health
• Module 5: Public Health Policy and Management
Each module includes a variety of courses and other learning experiences, such as guest lectures, field trips, and research opportunities.

Assessment:

The BS/MPH program uses a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student learning. These methods include:

• Exams
• Papers
• Presentations
• Portfolios
• Capstone project
The specific assessment methods used for each course will be determined by the instructor.

Teaching:

The BS/MPH program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in their respective fields. The faculty use a variety of teaching methods, including:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Discussions
• Group projects
• Case studies
The program also provides students with opportunities to learn from public health professionals in the field through guest lectures, field trips, and internships.

Careers:

Graduates of the BS/MPH program are prepared for a variety of careers in public health, including:

• Epidemiologist
• Biostatistician
• Environmental health scientist
• Health educator
• Public health policy analyst
• Public health administrator
The program also prepares students for further study in public health or a related field.

Other:

• The BS/MPH program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).
• The program is offered on a full-time basis.
• The program is open to undergraduate students starting with the Public Health BS.