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MPH in Biostatistics

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Overview

Embark on a transformative journey with the Master of Public Health in Biostatistics at OU Hudson College of Public Health. Your future in shaping health policies and strategies starts here.

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 in Biostatistics may be completed by full or part-time students and is offered in Oklahoma City.

Curriculum

This 46-credit hour program is your gateway to becoming a pivotal player in the health sector, where you’ll use data to illuminate the patterns of disease, identify its causes, and create strategies to improve health outcomes. Courses like Applications of Microcomputers to Data Analysis will empower you to harness the power of technology in health data analysis, while Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health and Integrated Public Health Practice will provide you with a holistic understanding of public health, equipping you to make a real-world impact.

Course Requirements

Core Courses 16 credit hours
Required BSE Courses 7 credit hours
Elective BSE Courses 18 credit hours
Integrated Public Health Practice 3 credit hours
Public Health Practicum Courses 2 credit hours
TOTAL HOURS 46 CREDIT HOURS

 

Core Courses
BSE 5163 Biostatistics Methods I
BSE 5113 Principles of Epidemiology
HPS 5213 Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health
OEH 5013 Environmental Health
HAP 5453 U.S. Health Care System
HPS 5211 Qualitative Methods in Public Health

 

Required Courses
BSE 5001 Problems in Biostatistics and Epidemiology
BSE 5013 Applications of Microcomputers to Data Analysis
BSE 5173 Biostatistics Methods II
CPH 7003 Integrated Public Health Practice
CPH 7941 Practicum Preparation Seminar - 1 credit hour
CPH 7950 Public Health Practicum - 1 credit hour (240 contact hours)

 

Elective Courses
Epidemiology methods course 3 credit hours
Non-Methods Epidemiology course 3 credit hours
Applied Biostatistics courses numbered above 5173 6 credit hours
Other Electives - BSE courses only 6 credit hours

Additional Degree Requirements

  • Computer literacy
  • Basic knowledge of the biomedical sciences
  • Certified in Public Health Examination
  • Interprofessional Education Requirement
  • Culminating Experience

STEM Designation

The MPH in Biostatistics program is considered a STEM-designated degree program.

A STEM-designated program is an academic program that falls under at least one of the approved categories from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). These categories are recognized by the government for their focus on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics. DHS's updated STEM-designated degree list can be found here: https://www.ice.gov/doclib/sevis/pdf/stemList2022.pdf.

Admissions Requirements

For the general application requirements see our How to Apply page. This specific program also requires:

  • Must be a current Community Health student at the University of Oklahoma in good standing.
  • Grade point average of 3.0 or above.

If after reviewing the qualifications for the Master of Public Health in Biostatistics program you are unsure of whether you meet them, please contact hcoph@ouhsc.edu. We are here to help and support you as you pursue a career in the health sciences. 

Please also review the application requirements and application deadlines found on the How to Apply page. 

How to Apply

Department of Biostatistics & Epidemiology

The Biostatistics and Epidemiology (BSE) Department at Hudson College of Public Health is a data-driven, comprehensive, and innovative department that offers a rigorous and hands-on learning experience. Our department is known for its collaborative and multi-disciplinary approach, providing students with a unique blend of biostatistics and epidemiology education.

We are committed to making our students the best they can be, ensuring quality research, interpreting study findings, employing novel methodology, and advancing science through study design and analysis. We aim to grow the next generation of public health professionals and ensure excellence in data management coordination of analysis. Our department is a place where students can make a difference, impact health, and contribute to something meaningful. We invite you to join us in our mission to improve public health through rigorous, innovative, and collaborative education and research.

About the Department

Biostatistics & Epidemiology Faculty

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