Environmental Health Sciences
The Master of Public Health in Environmental Health Sciences is a rigorous program designed for students seeking to understand the interaction between environmental factors and public health. The curriculum emphasizes scientific research, policy analysis, and applied interventions to address environmental risks that impact communities. Through this program, students develop environmental risk assessment, public health policy, epidemiology, and research methodology skills, preparing them to analyze complex environmental health data, develop prevention strategies, and inform policy decisions aimed at improving population health and safety.
This one year, full time and on campus program immerses students in a dynamic learning environment where they work closely with faculty experts, public health practitioners, and environmental specialists. Coursework, fieldwork, and applied projects allow learners to explore environmental exposures, evaluate public health interventions, and apply scientific evidence to real world health challenges. Students strengthen data analysis, environmental monitoring, health impact assessment, and program evaluation skills, equipping them to design effective public health strategies, support regulatory compliance, and lead initiatives that protect and enhance community health at local, national, and global levels.
Key information
Key Facts
- Program Title: Environmental Health Sciences
- Degree Type: Master of Public Health
- Duration: 1 year
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 01 July 2026
- Location: Columbia University, United States
- Field of Study: Health Sciences
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of Environmental Health
• Principles of Environmental Health
• Epidemiology and Biostatistics
• Toxicology and Exposure Assessment
• Research Methods in Public Health
Semester 2 – Applied Environmental Health Practice
• Environmental Risk Management and Policy
• Occupational and Community Health
• Environmental Monitoring and Data Analysis
• Capstone Project in Environmental Health Sciences
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are prepared for roles in public health departments, environmental agencies, research institutions, healthcare organizations, and policy advisory bodies. Career paths include environmental health specialist, public health analyst, policy advisor, occupational health consultant, and researcher in environmental health. Graduates are equipped to assess environmental risks, analyze health data, develop evidence based interventions, and contribute to public health policy and regulation. The program also prepares learners for leadership roles in environmental health initiatives, program design, and community health protection.
Why Choose This Program
Students choose this program because it combines environmental health expertise, public health knowledge, applied research skills, and policy oriented training within a one year intensive framework. The curriculum emphasizes practical experience through applied projects, fieldwork, and case studies, allowing learners to develop actionable solutions for pressing environmental and health challenges. Graduates gain the knowledge, confidence, and professional competencies necessary to lead environmental health programs, inform public health policy, and improve population health outcomes in diverse professional settings.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +1 212 854 1754
Email: admissions@columbia.edu
Address: University of Columbia, Admissions Office, New York, NY, United States
