This involves field and laboratory activities. The M.P.H. Program is for individuals with an earned doctorate. The goal of the program is to provide training in public-health sciences with a focus on occupational and environmental health. The program provides didactic instruction and participation in field studies. Research efforts focus on the etiology and prevention of occupational disease.
Physicians have the option of also applying for a residency in occupational or preventive medicine.
Students continue their employment, are required to attend one-month summer sessions for three years, and must meet at the University for five weekends during the academic year. Admission Requirements Prerequisites for admission to the M.S. graduate programs in industrial hygiene and safety, toxicology, and environmental health technology include a Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree in environmental health, a physical science, a biological science, or engineering, and submission of Graduate Record Examination scores. Prerequisite for admission to the M.P.H. program is a doctoral degree. Prerequisites for admission into the Ph.D. program in environmental and occupational health sciences include a Bachelor of Science degree in science or engineering with adequate preparation in physics, chemistry, mathematics, and biology. Selection of an applicant will also be based upon an honors-level GPA, a statement of personal goals consistent with the program, supportive letters of reference, and high scores on the Graduate Record Examination.