Community and Population Health, M.P.H.
About
The Master of Public Health in Community and Population Health is a 42-credit hour program that is designed to provide broad based knowledge and skills in public health practice to those individuals working in the public health arena wishing additional education for career enhancement and/or advancement. The degree also provides an opportunity for those individuals with a professional degree in health care or health service to complement their professional knowledge and skills with a public health perspective.
The Hudson College of Public Health and the Master of Public Health program offered by the Department are accredited by the Council on Education in Public Health (CEPH). The MPH program may be completed by full or part-time students and is offered in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. The program is offered via traditional and online formats.
Cost
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they are enrolled in the prescribed courses and to pay tuition and fees at the time designated by the Bursar's Office. Details regarding tuition/fee charges and collection are available from the Bursar's Office.
Admissions
The Hudson College of Public Health at the University of Oklahoma Health is the only CEPH- accredited school of public health in Oklahoma. Our accredited programs focus on applied public health, and our graduates emerge as healthcare leaders with a strong foundation in various disciplines. Explore our programs and start your journey toward a rewarding career in public health
At OU's Hudson College of Public Health, admission opens the door to a dynamic academic journey. Our accredited programs, backed by cutting-edge research and hands-on experiences, nurture future health leaders. Explore the intersection of theory and practice in public health at OU, where your potential meets purpose.
To learn more about the application process, please visit the application information on the Hudson College of Public Health webpage.
Curriculum
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| BSE 5163 | Biostatistical Methods I | 3 |
| OEH 5013 | Environmental Health | 3 |
| BSE 5113 | Principles of Epidemiology | 3 |
| HPS 5213 | Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health | 3 |
| HAP 5453 | U.S. Health Care Systems | 3 |
| HPS 5211 | Qualitative Methods in Public Health | 1 |
| Required Courses | ||
| HPS 5453 | Theoretical Concepts of Health Promotion | 3 |
| HPS 5463 | Community Assessment, Organization and Interventions | 3 |
| HPS 5543 | Program Evaluation | 3 |
| HPS 5563 | Program Planning for Health Promotion | 3 |
| CPH 7003 | Integrated Public Health Practice and Preparedness | 3 |
| CPH 7941 | Practicum Preparation Seminar | 1 |
| CPH 7950 | Public Health Practicum | 1-2 |
| CPH 7003 | Integrated Public Health Practice and Preparedness | 3 |
| CPH 7941 | Practicum Preparation Seminar | 1 |
| CPH 7950 | Public Health Practicum | 1 |
| Selective Courses | ||
| Select three credit hours | 3 | |
| HPS 5383 | Health and Illness in Old Age. | 3 |
| HPS 5853 | Health and the American Indian | 3 |
| Elective Courses (9 credit hours) | 9 | |
| Additional Degree Requirements | ||
| Interprofessional Education Requirement | ||
| Certified in Public Health Examination | ||
| Culminating Experience | ||
| Total Hours | 56-57 | |
Additional Degree Requirements:
- Computer Competency
- Quantitative Skills Examination
- CPH Examination
MPH candidates in Environmental Health are required to take the CPH Examination. Please see the CPH Exam section of this Bulletin for detailed information. - Culminating Experience MPH candidates in Environmental Health are required to complete the Culminating Experience. Please see the Culminating Experience section of this Bulletin for detailed information.
- Interprofessional Education
MPH candidates in Environmental Health are required to complete the Interprofessional Education Experience. Please see the Interprofessional Education section of this Bulletin for detailed information.
A minimum of 45 credit hours is required for the MPH degree in Environmental Health.
Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Grade point average of 3.0 or above calculated using the upper-division coursework of the bachelor’s degree.
- Proof of language proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL score of 88 or above.
- ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR ALL MPH PROGRAMS:
- All MPH applicants are required to have some mathematics in their undergraduate program. College Algebra will meet this requirement.