- Biostatistics: Students will learn to analyze and interpret health data to inform public health decision-making.
- Epidemiology: Students will study the patterns, causes, and effects of diseases in populations, allowing them to identify and control public health threats.
- Environmental Health Sciences: Students will gain an understanding of how environmental factors impact health and develop strategies for preventing and mitigating environmental health risks.
- Health Services Administration: Students will learn about the organization, financing, and delivery of healthcare services, as well as management principles for effective public health practice.
- Social and Behavioral Sciences: Students will explore the social, cultural, and behavioral factors that influence health, and develop strategies for promoting health behavior change.
Specializations
The MPH program offers specializations that allow students to focus their studies on specific areas of interest within public health. Some of the specializations available include:
Community Health
The community health specialization focuses on developing strategies to improve the health and well-being of specific populations or communities. Students will learn about community assessment, program planning, and evaluation, as well as methods for engaging and empowering communities in health promotion efforts.
Epidemiology
The epidemiology specialization delves deeper into the study of disease patterns and factors that influence health outcomes. Students will learn advanced epidemiological methods, data analysis, and research design. They will also have the opportunity to conduct their own research projects and contribute to the field of epidemiology.
