College of Public Health Guidebooks
MSPH Guidebook
This guide supplements information in the 2021/22 USF Graduate Catalog, and the Public Health MSPH section within the catalog.
Admission information can be found on our Graduate Admissions page.
The Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) degree is offered by the College of Public Health. The MSPH provides a focus in research design, data collection, analysis and application of research in public health intended to improve and protect the health of populations. The degree is designed for students with good quantitative and/or qualitative skills and an interest in the science of public health and a comprehensive research experience. Students are prepared for research roles in academic or professional public health careers by incorporating epidemiological principles and biostatistical methods with their focus within the core areas of public health.
Steps to Success
- Getting Started
- Know the progression policy for the MPH, MHA and MSPH.
- Learn about /wiki/spaces/COPHHB/pages/16632348697 and where to find /wiki/spaces/COPHHB/pages/16631529655 information
- Know deadlines and where to find Program of Study, /wiki/spaces/COPHHB/pages/16631529723, and frequently asked questions
- Keep your degree on track and in good standing:
- Keep your degree status active (see continuous enrollment in Enrollment Requirements)
- Know your degree time limitations
- Remain in Good Standing per USF Catalog or you will be put on probation
- Learn about Student Organizations at COPH
- MSPH students may elect to take the Certified in Public Health (CPH) credentialing exam to earn the CPH credential. If you are interested, please discuss this option with your academic advisor as it may require extra preparation/coursework.
- Meet with your advisor the term before you graduate and review your status
- Early during the semester you plan to graduate you should /wiki/spaces/COPHHB/pages/16632348702
- Participate in the COPH graduation celebration, the USF Health graduation ceremony, and join our USF and COPH alumni communities
Degree and Concentration Information
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