Graduation Requirements
In addition to successful completion of the program of study, students are required to complete a capstone project in their second year within the six credit hour capstone course, PBHE 599, with a Satisfactory grade. Students may choose to complete a thesis as the capstone project, but a thesis is not required.
The capstone project is a community-based project that will incorporate the material learned throughout the program. Students will work with an approved community partner to design, develop, implement and/or evaluate a project that emphasizes one or more of the public health core competencies and demonstrates relevant leadership skills.