PhD Occupational Hygiene at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

The Occupational Hygiene program focuses on the health and safety of people at work, the community at large, and the environment. Specific concerns are with the recognition, evaluation and control of potential workplace hazards, including chemical, physical, and biological agents.

Faculty: School of Public Health | Duration: 7 years / 24 major credits + 24 thesis credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Public Health Core, Occupational Hygiene Core, Electives, Thesis Credits.

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Entry requirements

Students admitted without such a Master's-level degree will be required to complete occupational hygiene coursework equivalent to the MS degree as part of their PhD program. A Master's degree in occupational hygiene from an ABET accredited program or part of a NIOSH Education and Research Center is preferred. Minimum undergraduate GPA 3.0. For TOEFL exams taken before January 21, 2026: Minimum total score is 100 For TOEFL exams taken on or after January 21, 2026: Minimum total score is 5 Required elements for application: Statement of Purpose and Objectives Statement of research interests Name of faculty advisor with whom applicant would like to work Resume or C.V. Official transcripts (domestic) WES ICAP evaluation (international) 3 letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional references. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 5, IELTS 7.

Duration: 7 years / 24 major credits + 24 thesis credits

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