Overview
The MPH with a concentration in Epidemiology provides students with in-depth training in epidemiologic research and practice. The required curriculum focuses on theory and methods, which are utilized by students in real-world opportunities during the preceptorship and culminating experience project.
This program is supported by the Department of Epidemiology.
Completion of all course requirements, including the two final projects (preceptorship and culminating experience), ensures that graduates have attained the MPH core competencies and the MPH with a concentration in Epidemiology competencies.
Recommended Course Schedule for MPH in Epidemiology
Fall Year 1
Full-Time Enrollment for Students Starting Fall Semester (42 Credit Hours)
| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EPID 51103 | Epidemiology I | 3 |
| BIOS 50133 | Biostatistics I | 3 |
| EPID 55733 | EPID 55733 | 3 |
Spring Year 1
| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIOS 52103 | Biostatistics II, Advanced Linear Models | 3 |
| Pick two MPH Core Courses | 6 |
Summer Year 1
| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Pick two MPH Core Courses | 6 |
Fall Year 2
| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EPID 53203 | Epidemiology II | 3 |
| Pick one fall EPID Selective | 3 | |
| PBHL 59931 | Certified in Public Health Exam Prep Seminar | 1 |
| PBHL 59893 | Applied Practice Experience | 3 |
Spring Year 2
| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EPID 53343 | Epidemiology III | 3 |
| Pick one Spring EPID Selective | 3 | |
| PBHL 59932 | Integrative Learning Experience Project | 2 |
Biology Competency Requirement: Students are required to pass all 3 exams or successfully complete the courses prior to or within the first semester of coursework. Courses do NOT count toward the minimum 42 credit hours for the MPH degree. View more information on Public Health Biology Competency exam.
Electives
Additional Course
Other required course for MPH in EPI students.
| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIOS 52103 | Biostatistics II: Advanced Linear Models | 3 |
Electives
Six elective credit hours are required.
| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EPID 53253 | Epidemiology of Chronic Diseases | 3 |
| EPID 53263 | Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases | 3 |
| EPID 61202 | Principles and Practice of Public Health Surveillance | 3 |
| EPID 53333 | Cancer Epidemiology | 3 |
| PBHL 53463 | Social Determinants of Health | 3 |
| EPID 53353 | Molecular Epidemiology | 3 |
| EPID 63243 | Genomics/Genetic Epidemiology | 3 |
| EPID 5000V | Special Topics in Epidemiology | 3 |
Biology Competency Requirement: Students are required to pass all 3 exams or successfully complete the courses prior to or within the first semester of coursework. Courses do NOT count toward the minimum 42 credit hours for the MPH degree. View more information on Public Health Biology Competency exam.
For More Information
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