Master of Arts in Public Health Biology
Overview
Study the Science Behind Public Health
Public health challenges often require more than community programs and policy planning – they can involve biology, prevention science, and research. Liberty University’s online Master of Arts (M.A.) in Public Health Biology offers a graduate path designed for those who want to focus on the biomedical science foundations that support public health research.
This thesis-based program may be a worthwhile option if you are considering a public health master’s degree with a strong emphasis on epidemiology, infectious disease prevention, and evidence-based research. The M.A. in Public Health Biology degree allows you to pursue advanced study connected to disease processes, population health questions, and scientific investigation.
With a flexible, 100% online format, you can move through coursework in 8-week classes while preparing for a culminating thesis experience. Our public health biology master’s program supports academic development for research-focused goals that bridge public health and medical science fields.
What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Public Health Biology?
- Biomedical science perspectives on infectious disease and immunology
- Environmental health science topics connected to toxicology and public health
- Foundational concepts related to epidemiology and disease prevention
- Public health research methods and population health data analysis
- Tools used in public health data visualization and epidemiological mapping
Coursework in our online public health program for biology is designed to introduce scientific and analytical approaches used in modern public health research settings. Elective options allow you to focus on areas such as vaccines and immunology, pathology, and disease surveillance and control as you prepare for your thesis.
Potential Careers for Master of Arts in Public Health Biology Graduates
- Biomedical researcher
- Clinical research coordinator
- Environmental health specialist
- Healthcare administrator
- Public health laboratory scientist
Benefits of Pursuing Your Master of Arts in Public Health Biology with Liberty University
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America for 2027 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Many of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2026 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, so you can feel confident in the quality of education you pursue.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $310 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Cited tuition rates are reflective of academic year 2026-2027. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Many of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2026 when compared to our leading online competitors.
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