Build health equity skills in leadership, research and innovation. In our programs, you will gain hands-on experiences to learn how to become a change agent for health systems, community systems and community policies. At The University of New Mexico College of Population Health, supportive faculty will help you launch a fulfilling career that impacts humanity nationwide.
A population health degree helps you prepare for a successful career as a public health professional.
Our BSPH program emphasizes hands-on, practical experience to ensure that students are well-prepared for the workforce. The Capstone class is a cornerstone of this approach, focusing entirely on fieldwork. This immersive experience allows you to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings, working alongside professionals in public health and health care environments. Not only will you gain valuable on-the-job experience, but you'll also build essential networking skills and connections that can open doors to future employment opportunities. By the time you graduate, you'll have a robust portfolio of work and practical experience that sets you apart in the job market.
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Our degree programs can help you through a range of goals, all at one college.
Undergraduate Programs
Our undergraduate population health curriculum focuses on developing multidisciplinary skills to understand and address complex local and global public health issues
Graduate Programs
Our graduate public health curriculum offers a more tailored experience to your education based on concentration with options for a minor in MPH, dual degrees, or to continue on with a PhD.
"The UNM College of Population Health helped get me on the career path I am working towards and helped me decide to continue my education in public health."
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You will receive hands-on field experience in urban and rural areas. You will also be joining a diverse community of students at our college.
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Working collectively with communities and other key partners to educate our future public health leaders and conduct quality scholarship, we will improve the health and social well-being of all peoples in New Mexico and beyond.
The College of Population Health will be a global leader committed to achieving health equity and thriving communities throughout New Mexico, the Southwest, and the globe.
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College of Population Health
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