Concentration in Social and Behavioral Sciences
Incoming MPH and DrPH students will be able to choose from a Social and Behavioral Health Sciences concentration or choose a general track where the student and his/her advisor will cooperatively select three (3) elective courses from each department in a formal documented meeting prior to registering for second year courses. View the SCHP Comprehensive Student Handbook for more details.
Summary for MPH Coursework:
Program Core Courses 24 Credits
Fundamental Courses 8 Credits
Concentration Courses 9 Credits
Internship Practice Experience 7 Credits
Total Credits for the Master of Public Health (MPH) Degree 48 minimum credit hours
Summary for DrPH Coursework:
Program Core Courses 24 Credits
Concentration/Elective Courses 12 Credits
Required DrPH Internship 9 Credits
Required Dissertation Seminar 6 Credits
Required Dissertation Guidance 6 or more Credits
Total Credits for Doctor of Public Health *84 minimum Credit Hours
*For students with a MPH degree. Students without an MPH degree must take a minimum of 90 credits to fullfill DrPH degree requirements
