Public Health (MPH)

College of Public Health

University of Georgia
N130 Paul D. Coverdell Center for Biomedical and Health Sciences
Athens, Georgia
30602-7396
http://www.uga.edu/publichealth/

Department Contact Information

 

Graduate Coordinator

College of Public Health

Mark Wilson

N130 Paul D. Coverdell Center for Biomedical and Health Sciences

542-0939

University of Georgia

mwilson@uga.edu

Athens, Georgia

 

The Master of Public Health (MPH) is the most widely recognized professional credential for leadership in public health. The degree program at The University of Georgia was developed to train individuals who can provide service and leadership in public health in the state of Georgia, the nation, and the world. The 2-year program is designed for professionals who wish to expand their skills, knowledge and expertise, and for students who wish to build a career in public health. The program is 45 hours total, including an internship and capstone project.

Students can choose one of the following concentrations:
• Biostatistics
• Epidemiology
• Environmental Health
• Health Policy and Management
• Health Promotion and Behavior

Dual degrees available:
• DVM/MPH (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, MPH)
• PharmD/MPH (Doctor of Pharmacy, MPH)
• MSW/MPH (Master in Social Work, MPH)
• MD/MPH (Medical Doctor/MPH)

Certificates offered include:
• Gerontology
• Global Health
• Disaster Management

For additional information visit the college’s website or contact the MPH Program Coordinator, Mumbi Okundaye (706.583.0059; mph@uga.edu).

Last Updated: Jun 13th, 2013 - 10:39:57