Master of Health Science (MHS)
Offered By: Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health
Onsite | Full-Time | 9 Months
About the MHS in Population, Family and Reproductive Health Program
The MHS is a nine-month program designed for students who are interested in advancing their knowledge in PFRH areas of interest and strengthening their research and analytic skills. The program is especially well-suited to students who desire skills to conduct research and evaluation and enhance their potential for career advancement. The program equips students with a fundamental understanding of statistics and research and evaluation methods; expertise in an area of interest in the department; and ability to apply the life course framework to public health topics of interest. The curriculum is intended for students with at least two years of full-time public health or research experience to inform their area of research inquiry prior to entry into the program.
MHS in Population, Family and Reproductive Health Program Highlights
4 Areas of Interest
Students can focus on:
• Child and Adolescent Health
• Maternal, Fetal and Perinatal Health
• Population and Health
• Women’s, Sexual and Reproductive Health
Research Methods Coursework
Students select two research methods courses to strengthen their research and evaluation skills.
Master's Essay & Presentation
Students complete this culminating project in the last two terms of the program. Students select their essay topic and identify a faculty essay advisor.
STEM Designated
International students eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT Extension
What Can You Do With a Graduate Degree In Population, Family And Reproductive Health?
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Sample Careers
- Senior Monitoring and Evaluations Advisor
- Senior Technical Advisor
- Associate Director of Clinical Outcome Assessments
- Grants Management
- Public Health Advisor
- Public Health Consultant, Evaluator, Network Coordinator
- Director, Prevention and Health Promotion Administration
Curriculum for the MHS in Population, Family and Reproductive Health
Browse an overview of the requirements for this master's program in the JHU Academic Catalogue, explore all course offerings in the Bloomberg School Course Directory.
Areas of Interest
The Department's current areas of interest in the MHS program include:
Admissions Requirements
For general admissions requirements, please visit the How to Apply page. This specific program also requires:
Prior Work Experience
Two years of full-time public health or research experience post-baccalaureate
Prior Coursework
A general-level biology or biological science course, an upper-level mathematics course (calculus and statistics recommended), and a social science course
Standardized Test Scores
Standardized test scores (GRE, MCAT) are optional for this program. The admissions committee will make no assumptions if a standardized test score is omitted from an application, but will require evidence of quantitative/analytical ability through other application components such as academic transcripts and/or supplemental questions. Applications will be reviewed holistically based on all application components.
Tuition and Funding
Opportunities are available in the department for students to be Teaching Assistants or Research Assistants.
Contact Us
Questions about the program? We're happy to help.
Academic Program Manager
Kristen McCormick (Primary Contact)
410-955-1116
kmccor14@jhu.edu
Academic Program Manager
Gilbert Morgan
410-614-6676
gmorga13@jhu.edu