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. The CHS faculty are involved in very successful research projects. These projects may offer interested students some opportunities to participate and provide them with financial assistance. Careers for graduates include public health practice, teaching, and research. The skills a student brings to the School of Public Health remain relevant.