Dual MPH/MPP Program

Program Highlights

Temple University offers a dual Master of Public Policy (MPP) – Master of Public Health (MPH) degree program that allows individuals to earn both degrees in less time than pursuing them separately. Students complete 54 credits for the dual degree, compared to the 78 credits that would be required if each degree were completed independently.

This program is designed for individuals who seek to broaden their training beyond the traditional public health curriculum. It aims to enhance students' qualifications for jobs at the intersection of public policy and public health, recognizing the significant role government plays in public health initiatives.

The MPP component incorporates knowledge on managing public sector and non-profit organizations, operating in political environments, ethical dimensions of public policy, and practical skills in budgeting, policy analysis, statistics, and program evaluation.

Delivery Modes

Students can pursue the dual degree program on a full-time basis, typically completing both degrees in three years. Part-time study options are also available, though completion will take longer.

Curriculum Overview

The dual degree program requires a total of 54 credits. This is achieved by waiving 12 credits from each program's standard requirements, with these shared credits counting towards both degrees.

Core coursework covers foundational public health disciplines such as epidemiology (EPBI 5101, EPBI 5006), biostatistics, environmental health (ENVH 5004), health policy and management (HPM 5006), and social and behavioral sciences (SBS 5001, SBS 5002). It is integrated with key public policy topics including the policymaking process (PLCY 8118), economics of the public sector (ECON 5102), leadership in nonprofit organizations (HPM 5014), community-based program evaluation (GUS 5165), state and local budgeting (PLCY 8128), policy analysis (PLCY 8119), and bureaucracy (PLCY 8123). Students also complete MPH electives.

The curriculum includes practical experience through Fieldwork I (HPM 9289) and Fieldwork II (HPM 9389).

Admissions Requirements

Prospective students must apply separately to both the MPP and MPH programs and gain acceptance into each to pursue the dual degree. Applicants should indicate their intention to pursue the MPP-MPH dual degree in their personal statement submitted with the online application. For questions, contact [email protected].

Career & Practical Experience

The dual degree program is designed to enhance students' qualifications for careers that operate at the intersection of public policy and public health.

Students gain practical experience through required components such as Fieldwork I and Fieldwork II, which are integral parts of the MPH curriculum within the dual degree.