PhD and Professional Programs at the University of Florida College of Public Health & Health Professions

The University of Florida College of Public Health & Health Professions offers a wide range of academic opportunities and research initiatives. The academics by discipline are organized across several specialized departments, including Biostatistics, Clinical and Health Psychology, Environmental and Global Health, Epidemiology, Health Services Research, Management and Policy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences.

PhD and Professional Programs

The college provides advanced graduate education through various PhD and Professional Programs:

• Audiology Doctorate
• Biostatistics, PhD
• Clinical and Health Psychology, PhD
• Epidemiology, PhD
• Doctor of Occupational Therapy
• Doctor of Physical Therapy
• Public Health, PhD
• Rehabilitation Science PhD

Master's Programs

For those seeking master's level expertise, the following Master's programs are available:

• Master of Science in Biostatistics
• Master of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders
• Master of Science in Epidemiology
• Master of Health Science, One Health
• Master of Health Administration
• Master of Public Health

Undergraduate Programs

Undergraduate programs at the college include foundational degrees and minors:

• Bachelor of Health Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders
• Bachelor of Health Science
• Bachelor of Public Health
• Minors

Online and Combination Degrees

The University of Florida also offers flexible learning through Online Programs such as the Online MPH, Online MHS One Health, and Online MS Biostatistics. Additionally, students can pursue Combination degrees at PHHP, including the Combined Bachelor's/MS Biostatistics, Combined BHS-OTD, Combined Graduate/MPH Degree, and Combined Bachelors/MPH.

Research and Innovation

The college is at the forefront of health science, featuring Artificial Intelligence at PHHP initiatives like the UF PHHP AI Seminar Series and the DAISY 2025 Workshop. Research activities are supported by various centers, institutes, and labs, providing diverse training opportunities for students.

Academic Program Overview

The following list summarizes the core degree levels offered:

• Professional: Audiology Doctorate, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Doctor of Physical Therapy.
• Research Doctorate: PhD in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Clinical and Health Psychology, and Rehabilitation Science.
• Master's: Master of Public Health (MPH), Master of Health Administration (MHA), and specialized MS degrees.
• Undergraduate: Bachelor of Health Science (BHS) and Bachelor of Public Health (BPH).