Master of Public Health, Social and Behavioral Sciences

The Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) Track prepares public health leaders who
understand how social,
behavioral, and cultural factors influence health and health disparities. You will
gain the skills to design, evaluate,
and implement programs and policies that promote health equity and improve populations
and communities.
Examine how individual, social and cultural factors shape health behaviors and outcomes.
Apply theories of communication and behavior change to engage and empower communities.
Credit Hours: 42
Foundational Courses
- PUBH 7180 | Foundations of Public Health (0 credit hours)
- HADM 7105 | Health Policy and Organization of Health Services
- PUBH 7120 | Environmental Health
- PUBH 7150 | Introduction to Biostatistics
- PUBH 7160 | Social and Behavioral Sciences Principles
- PUBH 7170 | Principles of Epidemiology
Social and Behavioral Sciences Track
- PUBH 7130 | Social Determinants of Health
- PUBH 7132 | Health Program Evaluation
- PUBH 7161 | Health Behavior Theories
- PUBH 7340 | Behavioral Intervention Development
- PUBH 7347 | Qualitative Methods in Health Research
Applied Practical Experience
- PUBH 7985 | Fieldwork - 1 credit hour: Gain real-world experience in a public health setting (180 hours minimum).
Culminating Experience
- PUBH 7998 | Capstone Project - 2 credit hours: Apply your knowledge to solve a real public health problem.
3 Elective Courses- 9 credit hours
- Choose electives that align with your interests and career goals.
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Requirements for the MPH in Social and Behavioral Sciences includes
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Completed SOPHAS application
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Undergraduate degree with minimum GPA of 3.0
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Statement of Purpose (400-500 words)
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Curriculum Vitae/Resume
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Two (2) letters of recommendation
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Credentials evaluation for foreign transcripts
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Language proficiency test if language of instruction was not English
