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Online Programs

We are thrilled to off our new ONLINE Master’s of Public Health beginning Fall 2020.
This MPH has a concentration in Applied Public Health.

There never has been a more important time to pursue a career in Public Health!

Online does not have to be intimidating!

Our first fully online MPH gives students both the flexibility they need, as well as a team of people to help you navigate these steps towards a new career. We provide both academic and technical support at every step of the way.

Prospective students please watch this 4+ minute video which will introduce you to some of the people you will be interacting with as apart of the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH).

Contact Monica Brister at jphcoph-gradadvisor@georgiasouthern.edu
or call 912-478-2674 and ask for Ms. Brister.

MPH Applied Public Health students will complete a broad-based hands-on program of study with the flexibility to tailor their focus with more guided elective options. The focus of this master’s degree is on public health education, information and advocacy. Students will apply their skills and knowledge to become a front-line public health practitioner/public health leader.

Course requirements and course descriptions can be found in the Georgia Southern University Graduate Catalog.

Program Highlights
Program of StudyStudents will complete 45 credit hours.
Students generally take 3 courses per semester (including one summer) and are able to finish program in two years. However, because this program is online we are able to offer some flexibility in this schedule.
PracticumStudents will complete one practicum (practice-based experience) during their final semester.
• This is an in-person experience, but can be done at a location near you.
• The practicum is about 20-25 hours per week over the course of the semester.
ResearchWe have faculty working in many areas of Public Health (click here to see a list of faculty research interests) in addition our Office of Public Health Practice and Research is available to assist our online students.
SupportWe have academic and technical teams ready to help at any point during your online program.
MPH: Applied Public Health Curriculum
» Six required core classes for all students (18 credits)
Introduction to Public Health
Biostatistics
Environmental Health
Epidemiology
Health Policy and Management
Social and Behavioral Sciences and Public Health
» Six classes specific the Applied Public Health concentration (18 credits)
Health Leadership and Strategic Planning
Applied Planning & Evaluation Methods for Public Health Promotion
Public Health Preparedness
Public Health Practice Trends
Social Marketing for Public Health Communication
Health Informatics
» One guided elective (3 credits)
» One integrated capstone experience (3 credits)
» One practice-based experience/practicum (3 credits)

Important Links for MPH Program
MPH Admissions Information
MPH Graduation Requirements
MPH Non-Degree Requirements
MPH Competencies and Outcomes
Plans of Study
Disclosures


Last updated: 2/22/2024