Health Communication
The Master of Public Health in Health Communication is a one year full time program designed for students seeking to advance their skills in public health messaging, health education, and community engagement. The curriculum integrates communication theory, public health strategies, behavioral sciences, and digital media applications to provide a comprehensive foundation for promoting health awareness and influencing population health outcomes. Through this program, students develop health messaging, community engagement, behavioral analysis, and strategic communication skills, preparing them to design and implement effective public health campaigns, evaluate communication strategies, and promote health initiatives that improve population well being.
This on campus program immerses students in a rigorous academic environment where lectures, workshops, and applied projects intersect with real world public health challenges. Students refine campaign planning, data driven communication, health literacy strategies, and evaluation techniques through case studies, group projects, and interactive seminars. Graduates are prepared to work in public health agencies, non governmental organizations, healthcare systems, and research institutions, equipping them to design impactful communication programs, influence public health behaviors, and contribute to policy development and community health improvements.
Key information
Key Facts
- Program Title: Health Communication
- Degree Type: Master of Public Health
- Duration: 1 year
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 01 June 2026
- Location: Columbia University, United States
- Field of Study: Public Health
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations in Health Communication
• Introduction to Public Health Communication
• Behavioral and Social Sciences in Health
• Health Literacy and Education Strategies
• Research Methods in Public Health
Semester 2 – Applied Communication and Public Health Strategies
• Digital Media and Health Campaigns
• Evaluation of Health Communication Programs
• Seminar in Public Health Policy and Advocacy
• Capstone Project in Health Communication
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in public health communication, health education, program evaluation, advocacy, and policy development. Career paths include health communication specialist, public health educator, community outreach coordinator, policy analyst, and program evaluator. Graduates are equipped to design and assess health campaigns, implement education programs, influence community health behaviors, and contribute to evidence based policy making. The program also prepares learners for leadership, advisory, and applied roles that require expertise in public health communication, strategic messaging, and population health improvement.
Why Choose This Program
Students choose this program because it combines strategic health communication, applied public health skills, behavioral science expertise, and campaign evaluation experience within a one year intensive framework. The curriculum emphasizes hands on projects, applied research, and real world case studies, allowing learners to develop analytical, practical, and professional skills for improving public health outcomes. Graduates gain the knowledge, confidence, and competencies necessary to pursue careers in public health communication, community outreach, policy, and health education while contributing meaningfully to population health improvement and public engagement.
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
