Vector Biology and Parasitology, MSPH

Overview

Students in the MSPH Vector Biology and Parasitology track program will gain knowledge and understanding of  the biology of arthropod vectors and zoonotic reservoirs, arthropod-borne and zoonotic diseases, disease transmission and epidemiology;  medical and veterinary impact of arthropod vectors, zoonotic reservoirs, and the diseases they transmit on public and global health;  how to conduct vector-borne and zoonotic disease risk assessments and how to strategically plan, coordinate, and implement vector surveillance and control operations and disease prevention.  They will also demonstrate knowledge of the core foundations of Public Health.

Degree Requirements

Complete the following:

PMO 680	Introduction To Public Health	0.75
PMO 570	Laboratory Methods Applied To Vector Biology	3
PMO 503	Biostatistics I	3
PMO 511	Introduction To Epidemiology	3
PMO 565	Vector Biology and Public Health	1.5
PMO 567	Medical Entomology	3
PMO 577	Introduction To GIS in Public Health	1.5
PMO 671	Introduction to MPH Project and Practicum	0.75
PMO 504	Biostatistics II	3
PMO 564A	Epidemiology And Control Of Arboviruses	1.5
PMO 569	Malaria Epidemiology And Control	2.25
PMO 661	Current Topics In Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics	0.75
PMO 670	Public Health Practicum	2.25
PMO 810	Integrated Pest & Vector Management	1.5
PMO 964	Research in Vector Biology and/or Parasitology	1-9
PMO 964	Research in Vector Biology and/or Parasitology	1-9
PMO 964	Research in Vector Biology and/or Parasitology	1-9
PMO 964	Research in Vector Biology and/or Parasitology	1-9
Total Credit Hours:		72

Students must complete a minimum of 72 credit hours which includes required elective and research courses not shown above.