Capstone Program at a Glance
The Capstone Field Experience (EPH 680) and the Capstone Project (EPH 682) are both vital components of the MPH program and together form the Capstone Program. The Capstone Field Experience is designed to provide students with experience in health-related settings (local, national, and international) to work on projects of mutual interest to both the organization and the student. The Capstone Project is intended to build upon this fieldwork and provide the student with an opportunity to apply public health academic theory and acquired skills to community health problems. Students are encouraged to build their Capstone Program in such a way that supports their academic and professional interests as they advance in their careers as public health professionals.
Thesis Program at a Glance
The MSPH Thesis project requires an individual investigation of a current public health problem and allows the student to demonstrate competency in the development and implementation of a research question. Students will work closely with a faculty advisor and the thesis committee during their investigation. Formal MSPH thesis project oral defense is required. The MSPH thesis process, format and deadlines follows the Electronic Thesis and Dissertation (ETD) requirements of the Graduate School.
