General MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at Wayne State University, located in the School of Medicine's Department of Family Medicine & Public Health Sciences, is designed to prepare students for public health practice. The program aims to equip public health advocates with the skills and knowledge to address public health issues within Detroit, Michigan, and beyond. Graduates are prepared with leadership abilities to promote population health and safety, prevent chronic and infectious diseases, and develop policy and practice-based evidence through research. The interdisciplinary and community-engaged nature of public health practice is a core tenet of the program.

The MPH program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Students interact with dynamic faculty who are leaders in public health, alongside peers, alumni, and staff.

Delivery Modes

The program supports both full-time and part-time students. Courses are offered in various modalities, with most classes held in the afternoons and evenings, suggesting on-campus components.

Curriculum Overview

Candidates for the MPH degree must complete 42 credit hours in graduate coursework. The curriculum includes:

• Foundation courses (e.g., Foundations of Public Health, Social Justice in Public Health, Biostatistics I, Epidemiology, Public Health Policy).

• An Applied Practice Experience (practicum).

• An Integrated Learning Experience (Master's project).

• Concentration-specific courses for either Public Health Practice (MPH-PHP) or Population Health Analytics (MPH-PHA).

• Approved electives to complete the 42-credit requirement.

All coursework must be completed within six years.

Admissions Requirements

Admission to the MPH Program is contingent upon admission to the Wayne State University Graduate School . WSU MPH students come from varying educational backgrounds, including nursing, psychology, public health, medicine, social work, and economics. Applications for the MPH program are considered for fall, winter, and spring/summer semesters; only completed applications are reviewed. For specific admission requirements, contact the MPH Program or e-mail [email protected] .

Career & Practical Experience

The MPH degree prepares students for public health practice in diverse settings, including communities, organizations, worksites, and governmental, public, and non-profit organizations. Graduates are equipped with leadership abilities to promote population health and safety, prevent disease, and develop policy and practice-based evidence. The curriculum includes an Applied Practice Experience (FPH 7440), providing hands-on experience.