Online Part-Time MPH in Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences
Online Part-Time MPH in Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences
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Program Overview
Students in the online part-time Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences Master of Public Health (MPH) program at Rollins receive intensive training on theories and methods of health promotion, planning and design of culturally informed interventions, program evaluation and data analysis, and principles of community engagement.
Curriculum
Required Courses
The online part-time MPH in Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences curriculum is a total of 42 credit hours, including:
- Core BSHES curriculum courses
- Core RSPH courses in biostatistics, epidemiology, global health, environmental health, and health policy and management
- A capstone project
- 200 hours working in an applied practice experience
Part-time programs are structured around 5-6 credit hours per semester with a total of 42 credit hours to complete the degree.
Our structure allows flexibility to increase or decrease the number of credits you take each semester to accommodate your schedule and still complete the degree within the required time limit of five years.
Outcomes
Skills & Opportunities
Our students develop transferable skills that can be applied in diverse settings and are equipped to work in a variety of public health research and practice settings.
Critical Skills Gained:
- Health promotion theories and methods
- Qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis
- Community assessment
- Program planning and evaluation
Job Opportunities:
- Capacity building manager
- Health communications specialist
- Program evaluator
- Program manager
- Public health analyst
- Research specialist
Admissions
Admissions Requirements
In addition to the SOPHAS application, all applicants will need to submit the following materials when applying to the online part-time MPH in BSHES.
- Personal statement that addresses your interest in the field of public health and your specific interest in the Rollins School of Public Health and Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences.
- College transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation
- Resume
The GRE is not required for admission and will not be considered as part of the application for admission.