Epidemiology, M.P.H.
Embark on a journey of discovery with the Master of Public Health in Epidemiology at OU Hudson College of Public Health. As a graduate, you’ll be ready to make a difference in a variety of settings, from health departments to academic health sciences centers. Your journey towards becoming a guardian of public health starts here.
The Hudson College of Public Health and its Master of Public Health program are accredited by the Council on Education in Public Health (CEPH). The MPH in Epidemiology may be completed by full or part-time students and is offered in Oklahoma City.
This 46-credit hour program is your passport to a career where you’ll be at the forefront of public health, studying the distribution and dynamics of disease, and using this knowledge to optimize health in populations. Courses like Epidemiology of Infectious Disease and Epidemiology and Prevention of Chronic Diseases will equip you with the skills to investigate and control disease, while Intermediate Epidemiological Methods in Public Health will enable you to advance the body of knowledge in the field.
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 |
| BSE 5113 | Principles of Epidemiology | 3 |
| HPS 5213 | Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health | 3 |
| OEH 5013 | Environmental Health | 3 |
| HAP 5453 | U.S. Health Care Systems | 3 |
| HPS 5211 | Qualitative Methods in Public Health | 1 |
| Required Courses | ||
| BSE 5001 | Problems in Biostatistics and Epidemiology | 1 |
| BSE 5013 | Application of Microcomputers to Data Analysis | 3 |
| BSE 5193 | Intermediate Epidemiologic Methods | 3 |
| BSE 5303 | Epidemiology of Infectious Disease | 3 |
| BSE 5363 | Epidemiology and Prevention of Chronic Diseases | 3 |
| CPH 7003 | Integrated Public Health Practice and Preparedness | 3 |
| CPH 7941 | Practicum Preparation Seminar | 1 |
| CPH 7950 | Public Health Practicum (240 contact hours) | 1 |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Applied Biostatistics courses numbered above 5163 | 6 | |
| Other Electives – BSE courses only | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 46 | |
A minimum of 46 credit hours is required for the MPH degree in Epidemiology.
Additional Degree Requirements
- Computer Literacy
Students are required to achieve a working knowledge of methods, programming and applications of computers as used in biostatistics and epidemiology. This knowledge may be acquired by formal class work or by experience acquired either before entering or during the course of the program. Completion of BSE 5013 Application of Microcomputers to Data Analysis with a passing grade will satisfy this requirement. - Basic Knowledge of the Biomedical Sciences
The course work to satisfy this requirement may be taken at this or another institution, either before or after entering the program. If course work is undertaken to fulfill this requirement, it is in addition to the minimum 46 hours required for the degree. - CPH Examination
MPH candidates in epidemiology are required to take the CPH Examination. Please see the CPH Exam section of this Bulletin for detailed information about the CPH Examination. - Culminating Experience
MPH candidates in epidemiology are required to complete the Culminating Experience. The Culminating Experience is guided by a committee developed by the student and the student’s faculty advisor. The committee will be composed of a minimum of three persons: one faculty member in Epidemiology, one member in Biostatistics, and one faculty member in any discipline from the Hudson College of Public Health. Additional faculty members may be added, but are not required. A fourth member can be the preceptor, who must have prior approval of the Hudson College of Public Health Associate Dean of Academic Affairs in order to serve on the committee. All members of the committee will have appropriate contributing knowledge of and experience in the student’s master’s paper project. Outside members not holding a faculty appointment in the Hudson College of Public Health must be approved by the Dean or his designee. Please see the Culminating Experience section of this Bulletin for detailed information. - Interprofessional Education Requirement
All MPH students are required to participate in the campus-wide Interprofessional Education All Professions Days. Please see the Interprofessional Education section of this Bulletin for detailed information. - Students must satisfactorily complete an oral and/or written examination covering the Program of Study and the Integrated Learning Experience paper and work products.
- The Faculty expects students to participate in the intellectual activities of the Department (e.g., seminars, special presentations).
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.