Students desiring more in-depth training in the behavioral sciences should elect the behavioral sciences and health promotion track. CHS students are also exposed to a wide range of quantitative and qualitative methods for assessing the health of populations as well as for program planning and evaluation. Individual programs of study are developed for each student based on previous experience, interests, and professional goals. These degrees are primarily directed toward students interested in public health practice and administrative positions, although the DrPH is also a desirable degree for those interested in academic public health. The MS and PhD curricula include basic course work designed to provide an understanding of substantive areas of public health and advanced quantitative skills.
Concentrated work is undertaken related to a selected research project.
The MS and PhD programs are largely directed to students interested in academic or research careers. General SPH and Graduate College requirements apply to both the MS and PhD degrees. CHS has multidisciplinary faculty with backgrounds in the behavioral and community health sciences that include anthropology, epidemiology, health education and promotion, health services research, pediatrics, preventive medicine, psychology, public health administration, public health nursing, public health nutrition, social work, and sociology. Faculty have extensive experience in direct-care services, education, management, and research. Additional professionals hold adjunct appointments, further enhancing the diversity and expertise of the division.