Combined Degrees: Psychology B.S./Public Health M.P.H.

Effective May 17, 2024 FYS1020 and CAR0010 will no longer be requirements in our undergraduate programs.

The College of Arts & Sciences offers students an opportunity to earn both their undergraduate and graduate degrees through its Combined Degrees: Psychology B.S./Public Health M.P.H. program. This program enables qualified students to earn, in a continuous plan of study, both a B.S. degree in Psychology and a Master of Public Health degree in as little as five years.

Qualified students are able to complete five core Master of Public Health graduate courses that will count toward their undergraduate Psychology degree. Visit the Psychology B.S. degree and Master of Public Health degree program pages for program descriptions and outcomes.

Requirements

Eligible undergraduate students who would like to pursue the Combined Degrees: Psychology B.S./Public Health M.P.H. program should apply directly for the program by the end of their first year to take maximum advantage of this accelerated option. Qualified students who elect the Combined Degrees: Psychology B.S./Public Health M.P.H. program as an undergraduate student must fulfill all admissions requirements for entrance into the intended graduate program and complete a graduate program application. 

Psychology

A four-year program leading to the bachelor of science degree

Credits
Major Courses
PSYC1001Introductory Psychology3
PSYC1020Introduction to Professional Issues and Ethics in Psychology3
PSYC2002Abnormal Psychology3
PSYC2030Developmental Psychology3
PSYC3001Social Psychology3
PSYC3010Personality3
PSYC3040Introduction to Neuropsychology and Psychopharmacology3
PSYC4200Cultural Psychology3
RSCH2050Workshop in Acquiring Social Research Skills3
or RSCH3020 Honors Research Methods
RSCH4050Research Seminar in Psychology3
Major Electives or Specialization in Counseling Psychology
Choose six of the following (No more than two SOC-designated courses): *18
Criminology
Counseling Theories and Techniques
Introduction to Career and School Counseling
Introduction to Family Treatment for Addictions Counselors
Introduction to Case Management
Introduction to Crisis Intervention
Principles of Group Counseling
Counseling Techniques for Addictions and Other Behavioral Disorders
Introduction to Marriage and Family Therapy
Human Sexuality
Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Psychological Issues of Substance Use Disorders and Compulsive Behaviors
Health Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
Psychology of Motivation and Leadership in the Workplace
Criminalization of Mental Illness
Psychology of Conflict Resolution
Sociology of Aging
Social Issues in Contemporary America
Deviant Behavior
Or
Specialization in Counseling Psychology (18 credits)
Counseling Theories and Techniques
Introduction to Case Management
Introduction to Crisis Intervention
Principles of Group Counseling
Choose two of the following:
Introduction to Career and School Counseling
Introduction to Family Treatment for Addictions Counselors
Counseling Techniques for Addictions and Other Behavioral Disorders
Introduction to Marriage and Family Therapy
Related Professional Studies
CAR0010Career Management1
FYS1020First-Year Seminar1
A&S Core Experience
Communications Foundation Courses9
Rhetoric & Composition I
Rhetoric & Composition II
Communication Skills
Integrative Learning6
Two ILS courses, one at the 2000 level, one at the 4000 level
Arts and Humanities6
Two courses from different disciplines: ART, HIST, HUM, LIT, PHIL, or REL
Mathematics6
A Survey of College Mathematics (or higher, based on student's placement)
Statistics I
Introduction to Biostatistics
Science3
Choose one of the following:
Introduction to Life Science
Nutrition
Anatomy and Physiology
Social Sciences6
Sociology I
Honors Seminar: Social Inequalities
One course from ANTH, ECON, GEND, LEAD, PSCI, PSYC or RES
A&S Electives6
Two courses with an EASC attribute
Free Electives #
15 credits selected from 1000-4999 numbered offerings within the university15
Graduate Courses **
HSC5020Foundations of Public Health3
HSC5080Health and Healthcare ***3
HSC5120Health Trends3
HSC5150Chronic Disease Prevention and Control3
HSC5220Insights into Vulnerable Populations3
Total Credits122.0
*

Students are responsible for meeting prerequisites.

**

Students use 6 credits of internship from Applied/Experiential Learning/Counseling Psychology specialization and 9 free elective credits for graduate-level courses in the Public Health M.P.H. during their fourth year.

***

Course may only be available online. Students should consult with their academic advisor regarding course availability and for planning purposes.

#  In addition to classes, free elective credits may be applied to a number of options such as internship, study abroad, Directed Experiential Education courses and courses in a specialization or minor as relevant. For students who qualify for the J2 program, up to four graduate courses may apply. Students are strongly encouraged to contact a faculty advisor before scheduling free elective credits.

Public Health 

Master of Public Health (MPH)

Credits
Core Courses
HSC5020Foundations of Public Health 3
HSC5080Health and Healthcare †‡3
HSC5100Healthy Planet3
HSC5120Health Trends 3
HSC5150Chronic Disease Prevention and Control 3
HSC5180Discrimination and Health3
HSC5220Insights into Vulnerable Populations 3
HSC5260Advocating for Healthier Diets 3
HSC5290Combatting Infectious Disease3
HSC5320Cultural Competency to Improve Health3
HSC5350Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 3
HSC5380Policy of Addiction3
HSC5420Community Organizing3
HSC6120Improving Community Health3
HSC6920Public Health Capstone3
Total Credits45.0

These graduate courses fulfill the bachelor of science requirements in the fourth year. Please note: The bachelor of science is not awarded until all graduate-level courses applying to the undergraduate degree have been successfully completed. 

Courses may only be available online. Students should consult with their academic advisor regarding course availability and for planning purposes.

Note: Students must pass MATH0010 Pre-Algebra or have equivalent placement scores to enroll in required math courses.

Note: Students must pass ENG0001 Writing Workshop or have equivalent placement scores to enroll in ILS 2000-level courses.

Internships will be available but they will not be required. For online students who do not wish to register for an internship, 3000+ level college discipline-specific courses can be taken in place of the internship.