Master of Public Health – Global Health
Promote Advanced Public Health Practices Internationally with Our Master’s in Global Health
There are millions of people in need of better healthcare. For many men and women around the world, the standard of nutrition, sanitation, and general health is drastically lower than it should be. If you have a heart for underserved populations desperate for education in these areas and an awareness of preventative measures, consider a degree in public health that focuses on global health.
At Liberty, we offer a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Global Health degree. The field of global health concentrates on data-driven research and educational outreach. Within this program, you can develop investigative research skills vital to making a difference to those suffering worldwide. Discover how to understand different cultures so you can better prepare literature and healthcare methods that can help them improve their lifestyle.
You can take your studies to new heights by earning a master’s degree in public health, with the potential to impact more people than you ever thought you would meet in your lifetime. Partner your love for travel with your concern for the state of global health standards in impoverished areas. Let us come alongside you and train you to be as impactful as possible in all you do in public health.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
CEPH Accredited
Highlights
Highlights of Our MPH – Global Health Degree
Study in a CEPH-Accredited Program
You’ll be earning your degree from a program accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), which reflects high academic and professional standards.
This accreditation can help give you confidence in your education, as Liberty is committed to fostering academic excellence.
Get Involved with a Like-Minded Community
Join the LU Public Health Student Association to build connections with peers who share your passion for improving health outcomes.
As a member, you can gain access to networking events, service opportunities, and resources to support your career growth.
Pursue Public Health Certification
This program can help prepare you for certifications like the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES).
Earning a professional credential may help open doors to a variety of public health roles and demonstrate your commitment to the field.
Hands-On Studying in State-of-the-Art Labs
Explore over 20 teaching and research labs designed to give you real-world experience.
These spaces allow you to apply what you’re learning in class to experiments, data analysis, and collaborative projects.
Participate in Impactful Research
As a student, you can get involved in meaningful research projects that address real-world health issues.
From studying BMI’s effect on heart rate to implementing Biosand filters in Rwanda or exploring stress and burnout in healthcare, our students have used their skills to make a tangible difference through their work.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a Public Health and Global Health Master’s?
Liberty University’s Master of Public Health in Global Health can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Community health assessment coordinator
- Disaster preparedness specialist
- Environmental health officer
- Health system analyst
- Immunization program manager
- International health worker
- Rabies/infectious disease control officer
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our MPH – Global Health Degree?
Gain the training and skills to take your public health knowledge and experience internationally. This degree program focuses on the ways to deliver essential healthcare and health principles to individuals, families, and communities in less economically developed countries. The core courses in our MPH in Global Health focus on the following foundational concepts:
- Biostatistics
- Defining epidemiology
- Environmental health
- Field research methods
- Public health administration
- Social and behavioral theory
Additionally, you’ll take courses that focus specifically on global health. Study how to provide primary healthcare and sanitation in developing countries by understanding the countries’ culture and state of health awareness. Learn how to create health plans for a variety of population needs and examine how to best prevent and control infectious diseases worldwide.
Featured Public Health – Global Health Courses
HLTH 620 – Introduction to Global Health
HLTH 622 – Primary Healthcare in Developing Countries
HLTH 623 – Cultural Aspects of Health Behavior
HLTH 624 – Sanitation in Developing Countries
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Health Sciences
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Public Health – Global Health Master’s Degree?
Prepare to Make a Global Impact
Gain the tools, resources, and mentorship to pursue a career in international public health. At Liberty University, our mission of Training Champions for Christ drives us to help equip you with practical experience, so you can serve communities around the world with compassion and purpose. With support from our LU Send team, you can potentially participate in exciting opportunities to take your education overseas and apply your knowledge on the ground.
Experience Hands-On Studying
Your studies will incorporate extensive fieldwork, with courses led by faculty who bring real-world insight into every lesson. You can receive personalized guidance as you grow in professionalism and practical skills. From completing a practicum to working with faculty on in-depth projects, you can gain experience that helps prepare you for global health challenges.
Study in a Respected, Accredited Program
Our MPH program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), which may prove beneficial for pursuing roles in local and federal government as well as the military. This accreditation adds credibility to your degree and demonstrates our commitment to academic excellence.
Explore Advanced Tools, Facilities, and Research Opportunities
As a student, you’ll use departmental tablets loaded with analytic tools and access classrooms equipped with camera/video capture tech, models, and testing materials. You can also dive into research projects that make a difference – our students have participated in projects like analyzing data from underserved communities in Lynchburg, working alongside Hope of Life in Guatemala, or collaborating with the Mixteco population in Richmond.
Admissions
How Do You Become a Public Health – Global Health Master’s Student?
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Official transcripts showing a regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 2.5 GPA for admission in good standing
- Self-certification form (for students who are in the final term of their bachelor’s degree)
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
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