Academic Programs
Distinguished for our outstanding community-based research and for our focus on eliminating health disparities, particularly among populations of the Southwest, the Mel & Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health (MEZCOPH) offers public health education at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Please review the academic catalog for a detailed overview for each of the academic programs. The catalog describes the educational objectives and focus for each program along with course requirements, suggested course sequencing, and degree options.
Doctorate in Public Health (DrPH)The Doctorate in Public Health (DrPH) is an advanced, professional degree program designed for the student who has a Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) degree or its equivalent and who intends to pursue a leadership career as a public health professional. |
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Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Phone: 520.626.8375
Fax: 520.626.6093
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Doctorate in Biostatistics (PhD)The Doctorate in Biostatistics (PhD) places an emphasis on the foundations of statistical reasoning and requires its graduates to complete rigorous training in applied probability and statistical analyses. |
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Phone: 520.626.8808
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Doctorate (PhD) in Environmental Health Sciences
The Doctorate (PhD) in Environmental Health Sciences is designed for individuals who seek training for leadership roles in environmental health research. The degree prepares individuals to evaluate and control health risks posed by chemical and biological contaminants and physical exposures (noise, heat and radiation) in occupational and non-occupational environments.
Doctorate in Epidemiology (PhD)
The Doctorate in Epidemiology (PhD) provides classroom and community training opportunities through multi-disciplinary collaborations among program faculty and university departments and state and national health institutions.
Master of Public Health (MPH)
The Master of Public Health (MPH), designed to be an interdisciplinary professional degree program, provides an opportunity for students to obtain broad knowledge and skills in the core areas of public health. Students are able to acquire proficiency in one or more specialized areas through advanced coursework, and gain experience in applying advanced knowledge to the solution of actual health problems in community settings during the internship experience.
Master of Science in Biostatistics (MS)
The Master of Science in Biostatistics (MS) prepares students to work effectively as applied biostatisticians in a variety of public health, epidemiological, and clinical research settings. The MS in Biostatistics provides training in probability and statistical theory with a research focus.
Master of Science in Environmental Health Sciences (MS)
The Master of Science in Environmental Health Sciences (MS) provides students with training and preparation for leadership roles (project leaders, program developers) in current and emerging environmental health science disciplines. The program employs a multidisciplinary approach linking the assessment of health impacts with the environment. Students must complete a Master's program to enter the PhD program in Environmental Health Sciences at the University of Arizona.
Master of Science in Epidemiology (MS)
The Master of Science in Epidemiology (MS) is designed for individuals who seek training in epidemiological research.
Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH)
The Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH) degree is designed to promote an understanding of health and disease based on public health principles.
Graduate Certificate in Public Health
The Graduate Certificate in Public Health is a distance-learning program at the UA Zuckerman College of Public Health that offers working professionals fexible and convenient options for advancing their public health training.
Arizona Clinical & Translational Research Graduate Program
The Arizona Clinical & Translational Research Graduate Program prepares interprofessional scientists for the complexities of clinical & translational research through high-quality didactic instruction, and mentored collaborative research experiences. This innovative training program integrates the knowledge and expertise of faculty and staff within the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, Arizona Health Sciences Center, and other University of Arizona departments.
