Public Health Online Masters program at Brown University

An online Master of Public Health (MPH) is available to help develop today's rising public health leaders and equip them with essential analytical capabilities, knowledge gleaned from evidence-based research, and communication and leadership abilities that are necessary for tackling global public health problems. This program is created to provide future generations with all of these important skills.

The online MPH degree program is designed to provide flexibility for non-traditional adult learners, working professionals, and international students so they can complete their studies as quickly as possible; finishing the requirements in just 24 months. It fuses both asynchronous and synchronous components into the course design, allowing pupils to interact with instructors on a regular basis in order to further their understanding of the subject matter. The ideal student profile for this program comprises people who have had at least two years of professional experience and are either striving to hone their public health capabilities or seeking a new career path in this profession.

In order to properly address health-related issues, it is vital to provide students with the training they need. Thus, our program offers a comprehensive approach that equips them with methodological data tools such as biostatistics, survey methods, and qualitative methods. All of these allow for a critical analysis of a population’s health condition and effective interventions leading to better physical and mental well-being and disease and disability prevention. Additionally, leadership training will provide useful strategies to help motivate, influence, and inspire others in terms of being involved in their associated communities and organizations. Therefore, we also focus on teaching the communication skills required to effectively inform people about evidence-based science so that changes may be produced in society. By combining courses with practical experiences, participants are given an excellent opportunity for connecting theory with reality.

Brown University offers comprehensive student support to its MPH program students, offering career guidance and helping them complete all necessary requirements within a timely manner. In addition, those enrolled in online courses have access to many of the same resources available for on-campus students. This includes library/information services; English language support and Writing Center from Sheridan Center for Teaching and Learning; Student Accessibility Services; telehealth services; and technical assistance with registration, Brown e-mail, Canvas, and other University-supported software.