Introduction
The Master of Public Health (MPH) program with a generalist concentration in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences (EOHS) provides students with a practical approach that focuses on risk assessment and hazard mitigation, with a strong emphasis on environmental and worker justice.
With an MPH in EOHS, students acquire a diverse skill set to implement interventions that address environmental and occupational health issues while advocating for health equity. The program emphasizes hands-on community engagement, involving students, faculty, and alumni in tackling complex occupational and environmental health challenges.
Students can enroll in our Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science (MS) program in EOHS. All students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to assess exposures, identify hazards, and assess risk. Which degree is right for you?
MPH: Practical focus, with internships and capstone projects.
MS: Research-oriented, with a thesis requirement.
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Quick guide to Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences
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What we're doing right now
Strengthening the health of low-wage workers
The UIC Center for Healthy Work is one of only ten research and education centers nationwide funded by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Â The Center works to strengthen the health of low-wage workers in the increasingly contingent workforce across Chicago, Illinois and the nation by addressing hazardous and exploitative work, equitable wages and job security.
Climate resilience and health
Chicago River water testing
After nearly a century without open-water swimming in the Chicago River, Chicago faced a unique challenge: ensuring the river was safe enough for hundreds of athletes to enter the water. Assistant Professor Abhilasha Shrestha and her team of students conducted nearly three weeks of water-quality assessments to check for signs of contamination. Their data confirmed conditions were suitable for swimming, helping make the first official Chicago River Swim in 98 years possible.
Meet the Division of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences
Global health opportunities
SPH faculty, staff and students are collaborating to advance public health in 65 nations across the world. Â MPH students develop global health skills through SPH’s global health program and global applied practice experiences. Â In particular, SPH’s Program in Kenya provides diverse opportunities for students interested in water quality and health to develop and test novel methods for clean water access.