Master of Public Health

Required courses

• MPH 501 - Foundations of Public Health (3)
• MPH 502 - Principles of Epidemiology (3)
• MPH 503 - Social and Behavioral Determinants of Health (3)
• MPH 504 - Using Data to Drive Public Health (3)
• MPH 505 - Introduction to Health Policy (3)
• MPH 506 - Leadership and Management (3)
• MPH 507 - Program Design and Evaluation (3)
• MPH 508 - Strategic Public Health Communication (3)
• MPH 680 - Practicum in Public Health (0) ( ≥ 160 hours)
• MPH 685 - Integrative Learning Experience (3) (ILE)
• 6 credits of electives chosen in consultation with advisor

Concentrations

One of the following concentrations is required. Gordon’s public health degree gives you a competitive edge over students from other similar MPH programs by offering concentrations that focus on the most in-demand skills. These concentrations can also lead to some of the most well-paying public health jobs.

Additional requirements

Students will be required to participate in two on-campus weekends throughout the program.