MPH in Epidemiology

Overview

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.

Curriculum

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.

Course Requirements

Core Courses	16 credit hours
Required BSE Courses	13 credit hours
Elective BSE Courses	12 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 5193	Intermediate Epidemiologic Methods
BSE 5303	Epidemiology of Infectious Disease
BSE 5363	Epidemiology and Prevention of Chronic Diseases
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
Applied Biostatistics courses numbered above 5163	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 Epidemiology 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.

Explore the Hudson College Further

Academic Resources

At the Hudson College of Public Health, students are empowered with a diverse range of accredited degree programs, hands-on learning experiences, and state-of-the-art research opportunities, all guided by our multidisciplinary faculty.

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Research

The Hudson College of Public Health is enriched by its research partnerships with esteemed institutions and organizations, providing students with a robust, real-world learning experience that complements their academic journey.

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Field Work

At the Hudson College of Public Health, students apply their curriculum through immersive field experiences and practicums, fostering a hands-on, real-world understanding of public health challenges and solutions.

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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.

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