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Epidemiology (MPH)
The MPH program in Epidemiology is a professional degree, intended for individuals who wish to obtain a broad understanding of public health, with an emphasis on epidemiologic principles and methods. The knowledge and skills obtained through the program will enable graduates to characterize the health status of communities, critically evaluate research on determinants of health-related events, formulate strategies to evaluate the impact of health related interventions and foster the application of epidemiologic methods for health promotion/disease prevention activities at the community level.
In addition to the overall Master of Public Health degree objectives, Epidemiology graduates will be able to:
- Describe the history and theory of epidemiology;
- Apply the methods of epidemiology to problems of health promotion, disease prevention and control;
- Compare and contrast experimental and observational study designs in epidemiology
- Recognize risk factors and the relationships to health outcomes in diverse populations;
- Demonstrate skills in review of the literature, data management, data analysis and interpretation of results;
- Apply epidemiologic knowledge and skills in a public health setting; and
- Articulate ethical issues relating to epidemiologic research in a public health setting.
Prerequisites
- Public
health course prerequisites:
- HSC 4554 Survey of Human Diseases
- HSA 4011 Introduction to Public Health
- Or an equivalent course is required for students who lack training in public health or biological sciences.
- Suggested/preferred undergraduate majors: Mathematics, statistics, computer sciences, natural sciences, biology, social sciences, nursing, medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, pharmacology, gerontology, allied health professions, environmental health, management information systems.
- Prerequisite undergraduate courses: College algebra, basic computer skills (e.g. operating system, internet, word processing, spread sheet), human structure and function, human health biology. Calculus is recommended.
- Work experience: Prior work experience is preferred, but not required.
- GRE Scores and GPA Requirements
- Other criteria: Academic background, goal statement, student's academic interests, references and availability of faculty and facility resources are also considered as part of the entrance evaluation.
Curriculum or Plan of Study Note: All courses are 3 credit hours each unless otherwise noted. Required College Core Courses 15 hours Required Concentration Area Courses 18 hours Emphasis area support courses 9 hours 1 Course in Infectious Disease Epidemiology Additional requirements 4-15 hours PHC 6977 – Special Project 3 hours Comprehensive Exam (no credit) Total minimum number of credit hours: 45 (+ Supervised Field Experience) |
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