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WHAT ISPUBLIC HEALTH?It’s a complicated question thatfeatures a surprisingly simple answer:Community.Community is at the heart of a field that brings together multipledisciplines to protect, promote, and improve the health of all.While clinical medicine focuses on treating an individual who is sick,public health is concerned with the health of entire populations. Publichealth professionals work in and with communities to prevent disease,protect our environment, and support well-being.By bringing together many of UGA’s research, teaching, and outreachprograms in the areas of health and medicine, the College of PublicHealth allows UGA to better address the challenges facing our worldtoday.I invite you to reach out to our admissions staff and faculty membersto learn more about degree programs and other opportunities thatawait you at UGA and within a career in public health.MARSHA DAVIS, PH.D.Dean

WHY PUBLICHEALTH AT UGA?The University of Georgia College of Public Health is preparing the nextgeneration of collaborators, problem solvers, and innovators to take on the mostpressing public health challenges affecting our home state of Georgia, the U.S.,and communities around the globe.We offer: Diversity of degree programs and certificates 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio Nationally recognized faculty, who are leading research in their fields Career development Hands-on, community-based learning opportunitiesAt the University of Georgia, we commit to improving the public’s health.What will you commit to?

PATHWAYS IN PUBLIC HEALTHThe work of improving the public’s health requires a diversityof expertise. The UGA College of Public Health offers graduateprograms that prepare students for careers in professional andacademic settings. The Master of Public Health (MPH) is thepreferred graduate degree for public health professionals.MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH (MPH)The Master of Public Health (MPH) is a professional degree designedto train students to enter the public health workforce.Through coursework and field learning experiences, MPH studentsreceive training to provide service and leadership in public health.In this 2-year program, students are admitted for the fall semester,and classes are offered on the UGA campuses in Athens.CONCENTRATIONS BiostatisticsDisaster ManagementEnvironmental Health ScienceEpidemiology GerontologyHealth Policy and ManagementHealth Promotion and Behavior

THE BASICSAdmissions considerations Bachelor’s degreeCompetitive GPA and GRE scoresCOURSEWORK 15 hours of core courses12-15 hours of departmental courses5-12 of elective coursesField experienceCapstone projectHOW TO APPLY TO MPHwww.sophas.orgQUESTIONS?Email mph@uga.eduIn addition to the MPH, UGA offers seven dual-degreeprograms and four graduate certificates, which allowsstudents to further specialize their coursework. Find moredetails in the back of the brochure.

DISCIPLINESBIOSTATISTICSBiostatistics is the study of the collection, summary, analysis, andinterpretation of public health and biomedical data in the presence ofuncertainty. Biostatisticians design ethical public health surveys and clinicaltrials that optimize information obtained from human subjects, and applyappropriate statistical methods for analyzing the resulting data, yieldingscientifically-defensible conclusions regarding the impact of risk factors andmedical therapies on disease, quality of life and health of human populations.WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY DEGREE? BiostatisticianAnalystProgrammerSystems AnalystWHERE DO ALUMNI GO TO WORK? Scan using your phone’scamera to learn more!Federal agencies – e.g., CDC, Veterans Research Institute, NavyDoctoral programs – e.g., University of TexasIndustry – e.g., Target Health, TargetMark Team, Athens MicroPRE-REQUISITES Differential and IntegralCalculusDEGREE PATHS MS, PhDCONTACTepibiograd@uga.edu

DISCIPLINESDISASTER MANAGEMENTDisaster management is a growing field within public health. Every year, thousands ofpeople are impacted by disasters, often receiving aid only after considerable delay andsuffering.Specialized education is required to affect meaningful improvement in the global responseto disasters and the human suffering that disasters entail. The College’s Institutefor Disaster Management offers professional certifications and trainings that set ourgraduates apart, including Basic Disaster Life Support, Advanced Disaster Life Support,Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events, and Stop the Bleed.WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY DEGREE? Disaster response & consultingEmergency preparedness/public healthpreparednessDisaster modeling and simulationInternational disaster relief/humanitarian aidHealthcare system training and responseWHERE DO ALUMNI GO TO WORK? Professional or doctoral programsEmergency management agencies (FEMA, GEMA)State and federal emergency response officesCDC & public health agenciesPrivate institutions, consulting firms, & NGOsDEGREE PATHS Scan using your phone’scamera to learn more!MPH, Certificate in DisasterManagementCONTACTcuharris@uga.edu

DISCIPLINESENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCEEnvironmental health science is the study of biological, chemical or physical agents inthe environment and their effects on human health and ecological systems. Environmentalhealth scientists serve the general welfare by predicting which agents may cause adversehealth effects and how these adverse effects occur, and safeguard the quality of our air,water, natural resources, food and shelter.WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY DEGREE? Research and teachingAir, water, and food safetyEnvironmental protectionToxicologyEnvironmental consultingOccupational health and industrial hygieneWHERE DO ALUMNI GO TO WORK? Scan using your phone’sContinuing graduate or professional degreescamera to learn more!Federal agencies – EPA, FDA, CDC, and USDAU.S. Public Health Service Commissioned CorpsIndustry – e.g., Proctor & Gamble, Caterpillar, and othersEnvironmental consulting firmsPRE-REQUISITES Biology, general chemistry,& organic chemistryDEGREE PATHS MPH, MS, PhDCONTACTehsgrad@uga.edu

DISCIPLINESEPIDEMIOLOGYEpidemiology is often considered the foundation of public health. Epidemiologistswork on a variety of topics, such as infectious or chronic diseases, child andmaternal health, nutrition, genetic and molecular studies, and more. They mightcollect data, investigate outbreaks, analyze data, or assess the effectiveness ofprograms.WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY DEGREE? Work on the frontlines of public health in local,state and federal agencies.Perform surveillance, evaluate disease riskand interventions for government and nongovernmental agencies.Participate in research in academic andgovernmental settings.Design and analyze public health related studiesin industry.Scan using your phone’scamera to learn more!WHERE DO ALUMNI GO TO WORK? National and global non-profitsResearch institutesLocal and federal health departmentsCDC (ORISE, EIS)Teaching & research in academiaDEGREE PATHS MPH, PhD, Certificate in GlobalHealth, Certificate in InfectiousDisease EpidemiologyCONTACTepibiograd@uga.edu

DISCIPLINESGERONTOLOGYGerontology is the scientific study of aging from a biological, psychological, andsocial perspective. This interdisciplinary field of study positions students to addressthe challenges of an aging population. With the rapid growth in this population,many states predict dramatic workforce shortages in industries that provide servicesto older adults, therefore the demand for professionals with expertise in this fieldwill continue to grow.WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY DEGREE? AdvocacyAssistive technologyCounselingHealth educationHealth policyHealth promotionProgram management & coordinationTeaching & research in gerontologyWHERE DO ALUMNI GO TO WORK? Healthcare systemsLocal and federal health departmentsNational & state non-profitsResearch institutesResidential facilitiesTeaching & research in academiaDEGREE PATHS MPH, Certificate in GerontologyScan using your phone’scamera to learn more!CONTACTgerontology@uga.edu

DISCIPLINESHEALTH POLICY & MANAGEMENTHealth policy and management is an interdisciplinary course of study with afocus in health systems management and health policy. A health managementfocus emphasizes finance, accounting, and personnel management. A healthpolicy focus emphasizes policy analysis, implementation, and evaluation. AnMPH degree with a health policy and management concentration preparesgraduates to work across non-profit, private, and public sectors.WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY DEGREE? Healthcare and public healthmanagementHealthcare and public health consultingSenior management and executivepositions in health organizationsPolicy implementation, analysis, andevaluationWHERE DO ALUMNI GO TO WORK? Government agencies – local,state, federal, & internationalNon-profit healthcare systemsHealthcare and public healthconsulting organizationsHealth insurance companiesDEGREE PATHS Scan using your phone’scamera to learn more!MPH, MHACONTACTmph@uga.edu

DISCIPLINESHEALTH PROMOTION & BEHAVIORHealth promotion and behavior prepares students to become public healthprofessionals in the social and behavioral aspects of public health and in theprevention of health-related problems and conditions. Our students study theunderlying factors influencing health and learn to create multilevel interventionsthat positively impact the health and well-being at individual, group,organizational, and community levels.WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY DEGREE? Health promotion campaignsDisease prevention interventionsWorksite wellnessHealth promotion researchConsultingWHERE DO ALUMNI GO TO WORK? Local, state, and federal healthdepartmentsNational & global non-profitsHealthcare systemsCommercial and consulting firmsTeaching & research in academiaDEGREE PATHS MPH, PhDScan using your phone’scamera to learn more!CONTACThpbgrad@uga.edu

CONNECTIONS TO CAREERSFIELD EXPERIENCETHE BASICS MPH Core Coursework300 required hoursPlacements available at over 450 sitesEnables students to gain real-world experience, boost their resume,and make career connections3 points of mentorshipField internships are designed to provide opportunities for our students togain the hands-on experience and skills necessary to enter the public healthworkforce.Internships for UGA CPH students are available through governmental andprivate sector agencies, based in Athens, throughout the state of Georgia, andeven internationally, including – Centers for Disease Control & PreventionChildren’s Healthcare of AtlantaWorld Health OrganizationGeorgia Department of Public Health International Rescue CommitteeThe Carter CenterEnvironmental Protection AgencyPiedmont Healthcare System