Denver,
CO,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Social Science - Community Health Science in Denver United States | University of Colorado Denver
University of Colorado Denver
|
Denver United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
26,208
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
For students seeking adaptable options to design a personalized curriculum in social sciences, the Master of Social Science program focuses on blending knowledge across and outside conventional academic fields. Coursework mainly draws from social science areas such as anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology, but can also incorporate subjects from English, philosophy, education, health sciences, public affairs, fine arts, and architecture. Those enrolled in this program frequently cultivate interdisciplinary viewpoints on topics like public policy, gender and identity studies, educational change, cross-cultural research, or political systems. The Social Science degree prepares graduates for career growth in business, education, social services, and government, or serves as a foundation for advanced academic pursuits. MSS candidates often customize their studies to align with professional goals and personal interests, while others pursue the program purely for intellectual growth.
The Community Health Science specialization offers an interdisciplinary approach within the Master of Social Science program, encouraging students to utilize social and behavioral science principles to analyze trends and develop insights into population health and healthcare professions. Key application areas encompass epidemiology, public health implementation, global health initiatives, health policy, cross-cultural health perceptions and communication, plus the organizational and societal frameworks governing healthcare delivery. This track includes coursework in social and communication theories, demographic and ethnic factors in public health, fundamental research techniques, and statistical analysis—equipping students with analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to epidemiology, public health education, and health program planning.
This specialization requires 18 credit hours total: 9 hours of core social science courses mandatory for all Master of Social Science students, plus 9 additional hours of methodology-focused classes from the Health and Behavioral Sciences (HBSC) department.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
3 Letters of Recommendation. At least two of these letters must be academic -- that is, from former professors of yours. To ensure the complete objectivity of evaluation, students should not have had access to these letters. Letters should be sent by your recommender.
Statement of Purpose or Letter of Intent
Writing sample
Transcripts from every institution of higher learning attended including those foreign. Mailed copies must be in a sealed envelope. E-transcripts are also accepted and can be sent
On your Statement of Purpose (Letter of Intent) you should include your name, address, email address, your home phone number and the telephone number where you can be reached during the day.
Writing Sample
TOEFL iBT :- 79 with Reading - 8, Listening - 7, Speaking - 18, Writing - 16
IELTS:- 6.5 with Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing - 5.5
Statement of Purpose or Letter of Intent
Writing sample
Transcripts from every institution of higher learning attended including those foreign. Mailed copies must be in a sealed envelope. E-transcripts are also accepted and can be sent
On your Statement of Purpose (Letter of Intent) you should include your name, address, email address, your home phone number and the telephone number where you can be reached during the day.
Writing Sample
TOEFL iBT :- 79 with Reading - 8, Listening - 7, Speaking - 18, Writing - 16
IELTS:- 6.5 with Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing - 5.5
Tuition
USD
26,208