Online MPH Curriculum

Online MPH Curriculum

The online Master of Public Health curriculum combines a bedrock foundation in the core principles of public health with the option to choose one of many distinct concentrations in Applied Epidemiology, Climate Change & Health, Global Health, Health Services Administration and Health Behavior Health Promotion. Our concentrations reflect the disciplines most vital to public health professionals’ success and satisfy our students’ varied interests.

Curriculum at a Glance: 42 total credits

  • Modular program with each course only 7.5 weeks long-
  • A 5-unit applied practice experience is required for all concentrations-
  • One-unit capstone Integrated Learning Experience-
  • Two Interprofessional Education Activities (not for credit)-
  • 50% of your coursework will be concentration-based-
  • Complete your MPH degree in as few as 2 years-

The online MPH degree is available in the following concentration areas

Applied Epidemiology

The Applied Epidemiology concentration includes six courses that develop knowledge and data analysis skills for careers in applied settings. Coursework focuses on advanced methods, biostatistics, maternal and child health and infectious disease.

Climate Change & Health

This interdisciplinary concentration is offered jointly by four Departments. Students in this concentration prepare to respond to climate-driven health crises. They learn to identify and address the complex chronic disease, infectious disease, and mental health effects of climate change on population health. Graduates will develop communication skills and adaptation measures to address climate effects on health and the environment, including ongoing and emergent health challenges.

Global Health

The Global Health concentration includes six courses that develop knowledge and skills for careers in U.S. and international settings. Coursework focuses on emergency management, nutrition, maternal and child health, climate change and project design and evaluation.

Health Services Administration

The Health Services Administration concentration includes six courses that develop knowledge and skills for careers in health and public health settings. Coursework focuses on administration, services delivery and quality, ethics and law, and marketing and communications.

Health Behavior Health Promotion

The Health Behavior Health Promotion concentration includes six courses that develop knowledge and skills for careers in non-profit, business, education or governmental settings. Coursework focuses on socio-cultural factors affecting public health, program planning, evaluation, research, and current health issues.

How to Apply

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Contact Us

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