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MPH Public Health - Health Policy and Management at University of Georgia

University of Georgia, United States

Programme overview

The MPH degree is a professional degree that provides training that is centered on research and evidence-based approaches to solving complex issues of today’s society. The Master of Public Health (MPH) is the most widely recognized professional credential for leadership in public health.

Faculty: College of Public Health  |  Duration: 44 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Athens, GA, United States

What you will study

44 credit hours total. Required courses include BIOS 7010 Fundamentals of Biostatistical Reasoning; EHSC 7010 Fundamentals of Environmental Health Science; EPID 7010 Fundamentals of Epidemiology; HPAM 7010 Fundamentals of Health Policy and Management; HPRB 7010 Fundamentals of Health Promotion and Behavior.

Career pathways

The MPH program had a 95% placement rate for the class of 2022. Many of our Health Policy and Management graduates go on to federal and state agencies, with a few going to non-profit organizations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Step 1: Apply to SOPHAS MPH degree program applicants must apply via the Schools of Public Health Application Service (SOPHAS). For detailed information, please visit the SOPHAS website. Official academic transcripts should be sent directly to SOPHAS from the registrars or records offices at the institutions you attended. A resume/CV and statement of purpose must also be included in your SOPHAS application. The statement of purpose is your opportunity to communicate to us how this program fits with your career and educational goals. You should also highlight your relevant experience and preparation for this program. Three letters of recommendation must also accompany your SOPHAS application. List the names and contact information of your recommenders in your SOPHAS application. Be sure to follow up with all your references/recommenders regularly to ensure that the recommendation process has been completed. Official TOEFL or IELTS scores sent by testing agency to the University of Georgia. International Applicants only – additional supplemental information is needed. World Education S

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 44 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uga.edu/

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