Public Health Master's
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| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Foundations Coursework | ||
| PH 630 | Health Systems & Population Health | 3 |
| PH 675 | One Health | 2 |
| PH 706 | Essentials of Epidemiology | 3 |
| PH 712 | Public Health Research Methods | 3 |
| PH 726 | Leadership in Health Systems | 3 |
| PH 741 | Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health | 3 |
| PH 755 | Data-Informed Decision Making in Health Systems | 3 |
| PH 794 | Practicum | 3 |
| PH 789 | Integrative Learning Experience (Integrative Learning Experience) | 1 |
| Specialization Courses (select from below) | 18 | |
| Total Credits | 42 | |
Community Health Sciences
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PH 700 | Preventing and Managing Chronic Illness | 3 |
| PH 711 | Integrating Primary Care and Public Health | 3 |
| PH 722 | Applied Community Health | 3 |
| PH 725 | Promoting Health through Policy, System and Environment | 3 |
| Emphasis Areas | ||
| Choose one of the areas below | 6 | |
| Maternal and Child Health | ||
| Foundations of Maternal and Child Health | ||
| Women's Health | ||
or PH 661 | Injury Prevention | |
| Introduction to Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology | ||
| Management of Infectious Diseases | ||
| Principles of Infectious Disease Management I | ||
| Principles of Infectious Disease Management II | ||
| General Electives (work with advisor to choose 6 credits of electives) | ||
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Health Systems Leadership
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HMA 721 Healthcare Operations & Management | 3 | |
| HMA 732 Health Policy & Ethics | 3 | |
| HMA 765 Healthcare Finance | 3 | |
| HMA 775 Healthcare Strategic Planning | 3 | |
| Emphasis Areas | ||
| Choose one of the areas below | 6 | |
| Health Promotion | ||
| Applied Community Health | ||
| Promoting Health through Policy, System and Environment | ||
| Maternal and Child Health | ||
| Foundations of Maternal and Child Health | ||
| Women's Health | ||
or PH 661 | Injury Prevention | |
| Introduction to Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology | ||
| Management of Infectious Diseases | ||
| Principles of Infectious Disease Management I | ||
| Principles of Infectious Disease Management II | ||
| General Electives (work with advisor to choose 6 credits of electives | ||
| Total Specialization Credits | 18 | |
- For PH 794 Applied Practice Experience, students cannot receive credit for past work experience.
Admission and Application Requirements
Graduate School admission and application requirements are found on the Admission Information page.
In addition to these requirements, the following are required:
- Completion of both the SOPHAS application AND NDSU Graduate School application.
- A baccalaureate degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university (for U.S. degrees, accreditation by one of the six regional accrediting associations: MSA, NASC, NCA, NEASC-CIHE, SACS-CC or WACS-Sr.).
- An undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.00. Undergraduate coursework in fields related to public health should generally exceed a GPA of 3.00.
- All graduate applicants must demonstrate academic-level proficiency with the English language before they will be considered for admission. See the English Language Proficiency policy for details.
- Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation
- Written Statement of Purpose and Goals - Submit a two-page statement describing your reasons for pursuing an MPH, your public health interest areas, and your career goals. Describe any education, skills, or relevant experience that has prepared you for graduate education in public health. In addition, highlight any personal qualities, characteristics, or abilities that will enable you to be successful in achieving your career goals.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)