Master of Public Health

Our Master of Public Health advances the science and art of protecting and improving the health and quality of life of populations through the identification and prevention of diseases and injuries.

Public health encompasses a broad spectrum of areas including health in the built environment, laboratory science, behavioral change and prevention, health care administration, and data analysis and interpretation.

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MPH Specialty Tracks

Master of Public Health — Doctorate in Dental Medicine Track

Our MPH-Doctorate in Dental Medicine track allows students in the UNLV School of Dental Medicine to gain a deeper understanding of disease prevention, medical delivery, and health promotion at both an individual and population level within the field of dentistry. The program enables graduates to become leaders in oral health research, education, and community dental health promotion. After completing the dual program, graduates will be eligible to apply for a position within a dental public health residency program.

For information regarding accreditation at UNLV, please head over to Academic Program Accreditations.

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