Combination degrees at the University of Florida’s College of Public Health and Health Professions offer specialized pathways for current students to enhance their education and career readiness. These programs allow students to complete multiple degrees simultaneously, often in a shorter time due to shared coursework.
Undergraduate/Graduate Combination Degree Offerings
Undergraduate combination degrees enable academically qualified UF undergraduate students to earn both a bachelor’s and a graduate degree concurrently.
Any Bachelor’s Degree/Master of Public Health
The Master of Public Health (MPH) degree trains students to protect and improve health at all population levels. This program allows students to begin their graduate education early by taking approved MPH courses during their junior and senior undergraduate years, saving time and money.
Overlapping credits: 15
Apply by: Junior year
Any Bachelor’s Degree/Master of Science in Biostatistics
The Master of Science (MS) degree in Biostatistics provides a strong theoretical foundation and a broad understanding of biostatistical methods. This program allows students to take graduate-level courses during their undergraduate studies.
Overlapping Credits: 12
Apply by: Junior year
Bachelor of Health Science/Doctor of Occupational Therapy
The BHS/OTD program allows students to take first-year Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) courses during their junior and senior years in the Bachelor of Health Science (BHS) program. These courses count toward both the OTD and BHS degrees.
Overlapping Credits: 26
Apply by: Sophomore year
Graduate Combination Degree Offerings
Graduate combination degree programs allow current UF students to pursue two graduate degrees simultaneously.
Combination degree programs are available for students seeking professional doctoral degrees in:
Combination programs with doctoral-level graduate degrees (PhD/MPH) are also available in:
- Clinical and Health Psychology (PhD/MPH)
- Rehabilitation Science (PhD/MPH)
- Other Nontraditional Doctoral/Master’s Degree (PhD/MPH) (Programs can be developed on an individual basis with the approval of the participating programs.)