Dual MPAP/MSPH Program

Program Highlights

The Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) at Campbell University is offered as a component of the dual degree MPAP/MSPH program, combining studies in Physician Assistant Practice with Public Health. The MSPH portion is structured as an intensive one-year curriculum.

Students dedicate their first year exclusively to 32 credit hours of public health coursework, covering fall, spring, and summer semesters. A significant component of the MSPH is a research project, which students undertake after completing their initial year of public health studies and entering the PA program. No specific program accreditations like CEPH are mentioned for the MSPH component in the provided information.

Delivery Mode

The MSPH coursework is completed full-time during the first year of the dual degree program, spanning fall, spring, and summer semesters. The provided information does not explicitly state whether the program is delivered on-campus, online, or in a hybrid format.

Curriculum Overview

The MSPH component consists of 32 credit hours of public health courses. This coursework is concentrated in the first year of the dual degree. A key part of the curriculum is an MSPH research project, which students complete while in the Physician Assistant program phase. Students can view the curriculum details for the MPAP/MSPH program for more information.

Admissions Requirements

To be considered for the MPAP/MSPH dual degree, applicants must be accepted into both the Master of Physician Assistant Practice (MPAP) program and the Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) program. It is necessary to select the dual degree option at the time of initial application. Information on MSPH requirements and MPAP requirements can be found on their respective pages.

Program Focus and Experience

The MPAP/MSPH dual degree is tailored for individuals aspiring to become Physician Assistants with a comprehensive understanding of public health. The MSPH component enriches this profile by providing foundational public health knowledge and practical research experience through a required MSPH research project.