The Behavioral and Community Health program prepares you to design, evaluate, and improve health interventions at the individual and community levels. You’ll build skills in public health theory, data-informed decision-making, and community-focused practice.
The Behavioral and Community Health program at the University of Maryland is designed to equip students with the skills needed to develop, assess, and enhance health interventions at both individual and community levels. This program emphasizes public health theories, data-driven decision-making, and practical community engagement strategies.
Core coursework encompasses essential public health principles and methodologies for creating and evaluating health interventions.
Applied learning is woven throughout the curriculum, allowing students to link theoretical knowledge with real-world challenges in community health and behavior.
Capstone / final requirement: Many master's programs culminate in a project or practical assessment, providing an opportunity to apply learning in a comprehensive manner.
Academic background
GPA
Standardized tests
English language proficiency
Required documents
Graduates of the Behavioral and Community Health program are well-prepared for a variety of careers in public health and related fields. Opportunities include roles in health policy, community health advocacy, program planning and evaluation, and research. The skills gained in this program can lead to positions in government agencies, non-profit organizations, healthcare settings, and academic institutions, all focused on improving health outcomes at the community level.
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