Health Promotion Sciences, M.P.H.
About
Dive into the world of health promotion sciences with our Master of Public Health program at OU Hudson College of Public Health. Picture yourself designing and coordinating health programs, evaluating their impact, educating communities, and writing grants to fund these initiatives.
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. Part of the required MPH curriculum can be taken in Tulsa.
This 45-credit hour program is designed to empower you as an agent of change, advancing the health of individuals, families, and communities. Courses like Community Assessment, Organization, and Interventions, Health Program Evaluation, and Program Planning for Health Promotion will equip you with the skills to make a real-world impact.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| MPH Core Courses (16 credit hours) | ||
| BSE 5113 | Principles of Epidemiology | 3 |
| BSE 5163 | Biostatistical Methods I | 3 |
| HAP 5453 | U.S. Health Care Systems | 3 |
| HPS 5213 | Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health | 3 |
| OEH 5013 | Environmental Health | 3 |
| HPS 5211 | Qualitative Methods in Public Health | 1 |
| HPS Required Courses (12 credit hours) | ||
| HPS 5453 | Theoretical Concepts of Health Promotion | 3 |
| HPS 5463 | Community Assessment, Organization and Interventions | 3 |
| HPS 5563 | Program Planning for Health Promotion | 3 |
| HPS 5543 | Program Evaluation | 3 |
| HPS Diversity Requirement (3 credit hours) | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Health and Illness in Old Age. | ||
| Cross-Cultural Perspectives in Health | ||
| Health and the American Indian | ||
| Electives | ||
| Select 9 credit hours from a variety of courses available | 9 | |
| Culminating Experience 1 | ||
| CPH 7003 | Integrated Public Health Practice and Preparedness | 3 |
| CPH 7941 | Practicum Preparation Seminar | 1 |
| CPH 7950 | Public Health Practicum (240 contact hrs) | 1 |
| Total Hours | 45 | |
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Please see the Culminating Experience section of this Bulletin for detailed information.
Additional Degree Requirements
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Complete the Interprofessional Education requirement. Please see the Interprofessional Education section of this Bulletin for detailed information.
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Take the CPH Examination. Please see the CPH Exam section of this Bulletin for detailed information.
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.