Program Overview
The Behavioral and Community Health at University of Maryland is a MPH programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 60, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Behavioral and Community Health programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 60
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 1,404 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 651 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Behavioral and Community Health programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations of Epidemiology
- Biostatistics I
- Introduction to Health Systems
- Health Behavior I
- Foundations of Environmental Health
- Foundations of Public Health Education and Policy
- Public Health Informatics
- Methods and Techniques of Research
- Community Health Program Planning
- Community Health Program Evaluation
- Community Health
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
An undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 is required for admission to the MPH program. In addition, the Department requires satisfactory GRE scores, three letters of recommendation, a resume or curriculum vitae, and a statement of purpose from all applicants. For best consideration, completed admission applications (those that include all supporting materials including GRE scores and letters of recommendation) must be received by December 15th to be considered for Fall enrollment. The final deadline in April 15th.
- GRE General
- Three letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcripts from previously attended universities/colleges
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Completed On-line Application
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,404 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 651 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,404 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 651 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maryland directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Maryland
University of Maryland
College Park, United States
The University of Maryland, College Park is a public land-grant research university in College Park, Maryland, United States near Washington, D.C. Founded in 1856, UMD is the flagship institution...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 60
- Credits 45
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