We're training the environmental leaders of tomorrow to build a healthy and sustainable world.
Champion concerns at the intersection of environmental science and public health with a master’s degree in environmental health from the top-ranked Bloomberg School of Public Health.
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Two degrees to match your goals
Master of Health Science in Environmental Health (MHS)
- DURATION- 9 months full-time, onsite/online; 2 years part-time, onsite/online
- BEST FOR - Applicants who wish to pursue a PhD, MD, or a career at the intersection of environmental and public health
- BOTTOM LINE - 1-year program culminates in a short essay
- GOOD TO KNOW - Academic degree focusing on a specific area of public health, typically science-oriented
Master of Health Science in Environmental Health (ScM)
- DURATION - 2 years, full-time, onsite
- BEST FOR - Applicants interested in hands-on experiences leading to research careers; good for students considering PhD programs
- BOTTOM LINE - The first year involves classes, while the second year involves full-time research with faculty (based on a proposal from year one), culminating in a thesis
- GOOD TO KNOW - Students get hands-on experience and conduct their own research
Apply by June 1.
Explore research opportunities.
Johns Hopkins is the first research university in the United States. As a student, you will have access to a network of distinguished faculty and life-changing research opportunities that span two top-ranked schools, Johns Hopkins Engineering and the Bloomberg School of Public Health.
Whether your goal is to enter medical school, go on to further education, or work in industry or government, the courses you take will give you the tools you need to confidently take your steps.
Prepare for a bright future.
From global warming to waste disposal and food systems, environmental science professionals must address some of the most pressing ecological concerns and create sustainable solutions to preserve our planet. Our graduates go on to lucrative and rewarding careers in academia, the private sector, government, non-profits, and NGOs.
Dare to dream big. Possible career paths include:
- Medical school
- Doctoral programs
- Local, state, and federal agencies
- Positions with non-governmental organizations
- Positions in consulting firms
- Research positions with academic institutions
- Policy analyst positions at scientific organizations
“I now lead my own company and continue to benefit from the relationships and technical skills I gained during my time in the program.”
Yinka N. Bode-George, MHS ’17