University of Texas at Austin

Overview

The Health Behavior and Health Education MEd/MSc program at the University of Texas at Austin equips students with the skills necessary to design, evaluate, and enhance health promotion and disease prevention initiatives. This program delves into how individual behaviors, social environments, and developmental factors impact health outcomes throughout different stages of life.

What you'll study

The curriculum focuses on core areas of health behavior change, prevention strategies, and health education methods. Students can expect to explore a range of topics, including:

• Physical Activity
• Nutrition Education
• Stress Management
• Smoking Prevention and Cessation
• HIV Risk Reduction
• Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention
• Successful Aging

As part of the program, students will complete a combination of required and elective coursework, culminating in an academic requirement such as a thesis or capstone project. The program emphasizes evidence-based practice, preparing graduates to plan and evaluate health education interventions for diverse populations and settings.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the U.S. or equivalent training from a recognized institution abroad.
• Minimum GPA: 3.0, with a focus on the last two years of undergraduate study and any prior graduate coursework.
• Submission of transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
• Submission of a Statement of Purpose.
• Submission of letters of recommendation.
• Submission of a CV/Resume.
• Completion of a Declaration of Intent.
• Payment of the application fee.

English requirements

• TOEFL iBT: minimum score of 79.
• IELTS: minimum score of 6.5.
• International applicants are required to submit either TOEFL or IELTS scores.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Health Behavior and Health Education program are well-prepared for various roles in public health and community health education. Career opportunities may include positions in workplace wellness and prevention programs, as well as research and practice-oriented roles within health organizations and agencies.