MPH Prevention Science Track

The course offerings and research opportunities in the specialty tracks draw upon the existing strengths and expertise of the Georgia State University faculty, as well as the scientific and public health expertise that can be found throughout the region. Students are able to draw from a range of courses offered through the Institute of Public Health as well as courses offered in other departments throughout Georgia State University.

Prevention Science (12 hours)
Scientific discovery is essential for protecting and improving the public health. The Prevention Sciences track is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to advance the understanding of disease etiology, occurrence, prevention, and detection in a manner that will benefit population health. The Prevention Sciences track draws from a variety of disciplines including emerging infectious diseases, environmental and occupational health sciences, immunology, virology, biostatistics, bioinformatics, epidemiology, research methods, genomics, and the use of geographic information systems.