Here at UC Berkeley School of Public Health, we address the world’s most pressing public health challenges through innovation and impact. Our 27-month Online Master of Public Health (MPH) program will equip you with the skills you need to drive positive change, no matter your location or career stage. This flexible, 7-semester program is crafted for working professionals dedicated to advancing public health.
Online MPH - Interdisciplinary Program
Our Interdisciplinary Program offers the opportunity to tailor your MPH degree to meet your specific interests in public health. The program prepares graduates to lead across multiple disciplines, providing a foundation in health and social behavior, policy, economics, global health, community health sciences, and more.
Designed for Changemakers.
Program Overview
The UC Berkeley Online MPH Interdisciplinary program provides students with a well-rounded, comprehensive understanding of the social, political, economic, and environmental factors that influence public health. Students will:
- Customize their course selection based on their career objectives.
- Apply an interdisciplinary approach to address public health challenges.
- Develop leadership skills essential for navigating complex public health environments.
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Key Competencies
Upon completion of the MPH interdisciplinary program, students will:
- Analyze health policies for their impact on health equity.
- Apply interdisciplinary methods to complex public health issues.
- Master leadership and decision-making techniques applicable to public health.
- Utilize epidemiological research and data management skills.
- Lead public health interventions across a range of professional settings.
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Required Courses
Students will complete a combination of first-year MPH courses. Key MPH course requirements include:
- Health and Social Behavior (PHW200G, 3 units)
- Intro to Environmental Health Science (PHW200F, 2 units)
- Health Policy and Management (PHW200E, 3 units)
- Introduction to Probability and Statistics (PHW142, 4 units)
- Epidemiologic Methods I (PHW250, 3 units)
- Interdisciplinary Seminar (PHW289, 3 units)
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Explore Focus Areas
Tailor your education by selecting courses in the following public health areas:
Health Policy and Management
Develop leadership and policy analysis skills through courses such as:
- Strategic Management and the Health Sector (PHW223)
- Biomedical Innovation Policy (PHW220A)
Global Health
Address global public health challenges by integrating professional and academic perspectives through courses like:
- Foundations of Global Health (PHW212)
- Comparative Health Systems (PHW209)
Community Health Sciences
Focus on public health, emphasizing equity and marginalized communities. Courses include:
- Evaluation of Health & Social Programs (PHW218)
- Mass Communication in Public Health (PHW204)
Epidemiology, Infectious Disease, and Regulatory Science
Gain expertise in epidemiology and regulatory science with courses such as:
- Outbreak Investigations (PHW253)
- Public Health Preparedness and Emergency Response (PHW257)
Spatial Data Science for Public Health
Master Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and data science tools for public health applications through courses such as:
- Intro to GIS for Public Health (PHW227A)
- Applied Spatial Data for Public Health (PHW227C)
Course Planning & Advising
The UC Berkeley Online MPH Program provides comprehensive advising to support students throughout their studies. Each enrolled student is assigned a dedicated Program Manager, in addition to a faculty advisor. The Program Manager works closely with students to plan their courses and ensure they complete the required 42 units on time.
Application Deadlines
- Fall 2025 Priority Deadline: January 5, 2025
- Spring 2026 Deadline: August 3, 2025
Shape your future in public health with UC Berkeley’s Interdisciplinary MPH—offering comprehensive, flexible coursework tailored to your career goals.