Environmental Health Sciences

Programs under this Major:: Master of Science Program (MS); Doctor of Philosophy Program (PhD)

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The UA Zuckerman College of Public Health offers the following doctoral degrees with a focus in Environmental Health Sciences:� Master of Science/Doctorate (MS/PhD) in Environmental Health Sciences and ... Show Full Description

The MS/PhD in Environmental Health Sciences is offered by the Division of Community, Environment and Policy.�� Environmental Health Sciences is the scientific discipline concerned with the behaviors and environmental conditions linked to human injury or disease. Through the use of applied research in a multi- and interdisciplinary approach, Environmental Health Sciences provide the critical link between the environment and human health impacts.

The degree prepares individuals to evaluate and control health risks posed by chemical and biological contaminants and physical exposures (noise, heat and radiation) in occupational and non-occupational environments.�Students will receive advanced systematic training in epidemiological and community-based research methods, biostatistical analysis, environmental health sciences, prevention sciences and behavioral sciences. Graduates of this program will have a strong base of skills in these areas and will be able to apply the major theories and methods from these areas to public health research, evaluation, analysis and decision-making.� The overall goal will be to specify approaches for assessing, preventing and controlling environmental hazards to human health and safety. Advanced courses are available in a variety of specialty areas tailored to the student’s interests: Climate and Health; Environmental Contaminant Modeling; and Occupational Health and Safety.

The Master of Science/Doctorate in Environmental Health Sciences is designed for individuals who seek training for leadership roles in environmental health research. It is anticipated that graduates will occupy positions as project leaders, program developers, and academicians. Students will be admitted to the MS/PhD program and are expected to complete a Master’s degree prior to admission to the PhD program. Only those students who have completed a related Master’s degree program will be admitted directly to the PhD program.�

On average, the MS/PhD program requires approximately four to five years for completion. The first two years of this time are usually devoted to coursework, and the master’s research thesis followed by the comprehensive doctoral examinations, and development of doctoral research.

For the MS, at least 42 credits are required for the major (including up to 13 units of selectives and a minimum of 6 thesis units).

For the MS/PhD, at least 72 credits are required for the major (including up to 20 units of selectives and a minimum of 18 thesis/dissertation units, and at least 9 units minimum for the minor)* See the course listings for further details on the specific course requirements and schedule.

The overall course of study will be developed by the student and the advisor and approved by the student's Graduate Committee and Chair of the Environmental Health Sciences Section.

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Department: Public Health

Phone:: (520) 626-3201
Fax:: (520) 626-3206

Mailing Address:: UA Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health
1295 N. Martin, A302 PO Box 245033 Tucson, AZ 85724
Website:: http://www.publichealth.arizona.edu/

Majors:: Global Health and Development, Health Administration, Industrial Hygiene (option of Public Health), Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology, Public Health

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Department Faculty

Dean

Iman Hakim, Dean

Chair

Douglas Taren, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

Professor

Gary Hart
Zhao Chen
John E Ehiri
Lynn B Gerald
James E. Dalen
Jefferey L Burgess
Burris R Duncan
Francisco A Garcia
Iman Hakim
Mary Koss
Elena Martinez
Denise Roe
Eyal Shahar
Douglas Taren
Anthony Vuturo
Ronald Watson

Associate Professor

Scott C Carvajal
Elizabeth T Jacobs
Robin Harris
Mary Kay O'Rourke
Wayne Peate
Ralph Renger
Kelly Reynolds
Cecilia Rosales
Nicky Teufel-Shone

Assistant Professor

Renee Anthony
Peter R Giacobbi
Eric A Lutz
Joe K Gerald
Ernest P Schloss
Joseph A Tabor
Christina A Cutshaw
Miranda M Loh
Paloma Beamer
Lynda Bergsma
Christina Cutshaw
Merrill Eisenberg
Howard Eng
Kacey Ernst
Janet Foote
Norma Gray
Stefano Guerra
Chiu-Hsieh (Paul) Hsu
Sidney Pettygrove
Kenneth Schachter
Nicole Yuan

Distinguished Professor

Richard Carmona

Lecturer

Karen A Heckert

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Master of Science Program (MS)

Application Information
Application Website http://www.sophas.org
Contact Information Application Questions Amy Glicken 520.626.3201 phadmit@email.arizona.edu Advising Questions Amy Glicken 520.626.3201 phadmit@email.arizona.edu	Financial Aid Research and Teaching Assistantships Tuition and Registration Scholarships
Application Requirements Minimum GPA 3.00 Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) Score 79 Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) Score 550 Minimum IELTS (overall band score) 7	Standardized Test Requirements Required Standardized Test(s) GRE
Other Application Requirements Bachelor's degree required for MS applicants GPA of 3.0 or higher At least one course in college biology At least one course in calculus Organic and inorganic chemistry are required Three letters of recommendation Resume or CV Statement of purpose and objectives GRE scores (combined verbal and quantitative score of 1000 on the old test or 300 on the new test or above considered competitive) TOEFL or IELTS scores for international applicants
Application Deadline(s) Domestic Applicants Fall January 3 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions International Applicants Fall January 3 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions	Program Codes GRE Institution Code (University of Arizona) 4832 GRE Subject Code(s) 4253 (UA College of Public Health/SOPHAS)

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Doctor of Philosophy Program (PhD)

Application Information
Application Website http://www.sophas.org
Contact Information Application Questions Amy Glicken 520.626.3201 coph-admit@email.arizona.edu Advising Questions Amy Glicken 520.626.3201 coph-admit@email.arizona.edu	Financial Aid Research and Teaching Assistantships Tuition and Registration Scholarships
Application Requirements Minimum GPA 3.00 Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) Score 79 Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) Score 550 Minimum IELTS (overall band score) 7	Standardized Test Requirements Required Standardized Test(s) GRE
Other Application Requirements Master's degree in Environmental Health Science or similar field required for PhD applicants GPA of 3.0 or higher At least one course in college biology At least one course in calculus Organic and inorganic chemistry are required Three letters of recommendation Resume or CV Statement of purpose and objectives Research statement GRE scores (combined verbal and quantitative score of 1200 on the old test or 310 on the new test or above considered competitive) TOEFL or IELTS scores for international applicants
Application Deadline(s) Domestic Applicants Fall December 1 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions International Applicants Fall December 1 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions	Program Codes GRE Institution Code (University of Arizona) 4832 GRE Subject Code(s) 4253 (UA College of Public Health/SOPHAS)

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Environmental Health Sciences

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Department: Public Health

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Master of Science Program (MS)

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