Master of Science (MS) in Public Health
MS
degrees are awarded in the following areas
- Environmental Health Management and Occupational Safety
- Health Promotion and Health Behavior
- Public Health
General Guidelines
Each Master of Science degree student, regardless of the major area of study, must select a minimum of three core courses, one in each of the following areas:
- Psychosocial dimensions of public health
- Special issues and problems in public health
- Public health management/administration.
A designated list of courses that may satisfy these areas will be provided by your advisor. In addition, each student must complete a minimum of one core course in statistics (H 524 recommended) or an approved equivalent. Courses in Public Health Research Methods, Public Health Organization, and Epidemiology are also required or highly recommended in most programs. The particular courses elected to fulfill the core courses are determined by the student's academic advisor in consultation with the student and with the approval of the department chair. The graduate coordinator may also be consulted as questions arise.
Summary of Degree Requirements -- MS (General)
The typical MS program in the Department of Public Health consists of a minimum of 45 credit hours (a minimum of 30 credits for the area of concentration and 15 credits for the minor). Students are required to complete a six-hour thesis or project as part of the concentration. MS students must also complete an oral examination covering the thesis or project as well as information from coursework.
Handbook
