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Undergraduate Programs
Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH)
The BSPH program is based on a philosophy of health promotion and disease prevention, to improve the quality of life of individuals, families, and communities. Graduates of the BSPH program will be able to assess factors influencing health in populations as well as plan, design, implement, and successfully manage effective health care programs and interventions.
3+2 Bachelor of Science and Master of Public Health (BSPH/MPH)
Students can earn a combined BSPH/MPH degree through an intensive program within five years. Students will begin the master's curriculum during their undergraduate senior year. They will receive both degrees upon completion of the program to then become competitive in the workforce or for health profession programs.
Minor in Health Behavior
The Health Behavior Minor is designed for students who want to develop knowledge in health-related topics and engage in courses which complement or enhance the myriad of degree programs available at Texas A&M University.
Minor in Public Health
The Public Health minor is based on a philosophy of health promotion and disease prevention, to improve the quality of life of individuals, families and communities. Students will receive an introduction to the foundational and social issues of Public Health as well as gain an understanding of threats to public health and the role that our environment affects both the practice and applications of public health.
Minor in Occupational Safety and Health
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 4,821 workers were killed on the job in 2014. As a future employer or manager it’s critical to understanding how to keep your employees safe and healthy. Students in the Occupational Safety and Health minor will gain a basic understand of public health practices to address the risks at various workplaces and how to prevent injuries and fatalities.
Master's Programs
Master of Public Health (MPH)
The MPH degree is a multidisciplinary professional degree program designed to provide practical training in areas related to public health practice. We offer six concentrations for the student to select as their major: Environmental Health, Occupational Safety and Health, Health Behavior, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Health Policy and Management.
Resident Master of Health Administration (MHA)
The MHA degree is a professional degree program intended for students pursuing administrative practice in health service related settings. The vision of the program is to develop health care managers who will provide leadership for their organizations and communities based on a strong commitment to public health, ethics, integrity and service as well as demonstrate the ability to implement innovative ways of meeting health care needs of a diverse society.
Online Master's Programs
Distance Education Program
Master of Public Health (MPH)
The MPH online program in Epidemiology gives students that are US residents the flexibility to complete the degree without relocating.
Distance Education Program
Master of Public Health (MPH)
The MPH online program in Environmental Health gives students that are US residents the flexibility to complete the degree without relocating.
Distance Education Program
Master of Public Health (MPH)
The MPH online program in Health Behavior gives students that are US residents the flexibility to complete the degree without relocating.
Distance Education Program
Master of Public Health (MPH)
The MPH online program in Health Policy & Management gives students that are US residents the flexibility to complete the degree without relocating.
Distance Education Program
Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA)
This EMHA is intended for working, mid-career healthcare professionals with at least five years of increasing responsibilities within health services or related industries. Courses and instruction are tailored to employed executives and mid-management professionals seeking to expand their educational knowledge and skill set.
Doctoral Programs
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Education
The Doctor of Philosophy in Health Education prepares students to conduct research in basic and applied health education. A transdisciplinary approach is used to produce researchers and academicians who are trained to understand how one’s health and wellness is both positively and negatively influenced by one’s total environment.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Services Research
The Doctor of Philosophy in Health Services Research is designed to prepare students to conduct high-quality research addressing important health services issues through intensive education in research methods. Students will be provided opportunities for advanced training in health policy, organization theory, and health economics along with applied knowledge in specific substantive areas of health policy or management.
Doctor of Public Health Sciences (DrPH)
The Doctor of Public Health Sciences is an advanced professional degree for those whose career goals are in the area of professional practice in public health, including current and potential leaders in public health practice. We offer three concentrations you may choose from, including Epidemiology, Environmental Health, and Health Behavior.
Dual Degree Programs
3+2 Bachelor of Science Interdisciplinary Engineering and Master of Public Health in Occupational Safety
The School of Public Health and the College of Engineering have created a dual degree that gives students the opportunity to receive both the Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering and Master of Public Health in Occupational Safety and Health through a five-year program. The graduate curriculum is traditional begun during the fourth year of the undergraduate career.
3+2 Bachelor of Science Industrial Engineering and Master of Public Health in Occupational Safety
The School of Public Health and the College of Engineering have created a dual degree that gives students the opportunity to receive both the Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering and Master of Public Health in Occupational Safety and Health through a five-year program. The graduate curriculum is traditional begun during the fourth year of the undergraduate career.
Master of International Affairs/Master of Public Health (MIA/MPH)
The Bush School and the School of Public Health have combined to offer students the ability to receive both a Master of International Affairs degree and a Master of Public Health degree in a three year period. International affairs increasingly deals with issues of global cooperation on preventing and responding to pandemics and other transborder health issues. Students will begin in the MPH program then complete the MIA program in their final four semesters.
Juris Doctor/Master of Public Health in Health Policy and Management (JD/MPH)
The School of Law and the School of Public have combined to offer students the ability to receive both a Juris Doctor (JDLW) degree and a Health Policy & Management (PHPM) Master of Public Health (MPH) degree in four years.
Graduate Certificate Programs
Global Health Certificate
The Graduate Certificate in Global Health (GH) is an interdisciplinary certification that is available to all graduate students at Texas A&M University. Its purpose is to teach public health professionals about global perspectives on public health, encourage students to consider careers in a variety of settings around the world, and to promote research and innovation in addressing the myriad public health problems seen around the world.
Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Certificate
The Maternal and Child Health (MCH) certificate is an interdisciplinary certificate that partners with departments across the School of Public Health, designed to increase MCH competencies to graduate-level students. Additionally, the MCH certificate offers electives from the College of Education and Human Development and the Bush School of Government and Public service.