Master of Public Health - Epidemiology

The mission of the CEPH accredited Master of Public Health MPH program is to provide a stimulating academic environment in a metropolitan setting that supports excellence and innovation in education research and service to enhance the lives and health of individuals families and communities in the Mid South. Program objectives are 1 Prepare future leaders in the field of public health by providing the highest quality education and practice opportunities in theories approaches methods and other substantive issues pertinent to public health 2 Create and nurture an environment conducive to interdisciplinary public health initiatives with special emphasis on vulnerable populations who suffer disproportionately from illness and disability 3 Pursue innovative and rigorous research on critical public health issues to prevent disease and injury promote well being and foster overall physical and mental health 4 Stimulate collaboration with the community to develop effective partnerships in combating the health challenges in our communities city state and region and 5 Inform public policy disseminate health information and increase awareness of public health concerns through disease surveillance needs assessments and program evaluation.

Baccalaureate Degree The applicant must provide an unofficial transcript showing that a U.S. bachelors degree or its equivalent was awarded by an accredited college or university or is expected to be awarded within one term. If accepted to the University of Memphis the student must provide an official transcript by the end of their first semester. In addition transcripts from any other college or university attended may be requested. Only transcripts received directly from an issuing institution are considered official. Personal copies are not acceptable as official documents. If you are a UofM undergraduate student applying to Graduate School at UofM you do not need to request that an official transcript be sent to Graduate Admissions. 2.75 4.0 cumulative GPA. Departments may set higher standards.