MPH in Social & Behavioral Sciences

Learn the individual, cultural, and societal determinants of health

The Master of Public Health (MPH) provides a balance of academic theory and real world experience, ensuring you are well prepared for a career in public health or to pursue further education. The Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) concentration is a great choice for those who want to have an impact on population health.

You will learn the individual, cultural, and societal determinants of health, as well as social and behavioral theories. With opportunities to use what you learn in applied experiences, you'll develop, implement and evaluate health promotion interventions.

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All courses for this degree are available online

Develop the expertise needed to take the next step in your public health career. Enroll now in online classes to complete your MPH in Social and Behavioral Sciences. You can complete these courses from anywhere while making connections around the globe.

I have been introduced to colleagues across the country through the work I do. The opportunities have been endless.
Keith Lozefski, MPH Class of '17

Faculty

The Social and Behavioral Sciences department is comprised of a renowned, award-winning faculty with research interests focused on important local and global health issues, including breast cancer, coping with stress, chronic disease health disparities, family health, risky sex behaviors, the complex relationship between place and health and primary prevention of chronic disease.

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Concentration Advisors

Silvia M. Bigatti, PhD
Jack Turman, PhD
Lisa Staten, PhD

Curriculum (in-person and online)

All MPH candidates must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 45 credits. For those pursuing the Social and Behavioral Sciences concentration, the curriculum includes required core courses, Social and Behavioral Sciences courses, and elective courses. In addition, each student must complete an internship and a final concentration project. To see the curriculum, click a button below.

Eta Sigma Gamma

MPH-SBS students have the opportunity to initiate into the national health education honorary organization Eta Sigma Gamma. Eligible students must be majors, minors, and certificate students in Community Health or MPH-SBS students that meet GPA requirements and complete initiation expectations.

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Competencies

The MPH in Social & Behavioral Sciences focuses on six core competencies that serve as a measure of growth and criteria for assessment.

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Alumni Career Profiles

To help our prospective students understand the possibilities a degree in Public Health offers, we've asked several alumni to share the career opportunities they have had since graduating. Browse the alumni career profiles to see what our graduates are up to.

Admissions

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Still have questions?

Our graduate advisor, Cher Pearcy, is available to meet with you virtually or in-person. Contact Cher at chepearc@iu.edu.

MPH in Social & Behavioral Sciences

Learn the individual, cultural, and societal determinants of health

Apply now

Questions?

All courses for this degree are available online

Faculty

Concentration Advisors

Curriculum (in-person and online)

Eta Sigma Gamma

Competencies

Alumni Career Profiles

Alumni Career Profiles

Admissions

Apply

Still have questions?

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