MSPH Global Infectious Diseases

Concentration: Global Infectious Diseases (Code: TID)
Delivery: Traditional

This concentration provides intense research and a technical program of study for science-oriented students with an interest in infectious diseases. Individualized programs of study are determined for students with the cooperation of an advisory committee, which allows students to receive specialized training in the recognition, identification, diagnosis, surveillance, control, and prevention of public health problems related to infectious diseases. This degree concentration focuses on preparing students to fulfill leadership and research roles in solving or containing public health problems in infectious diseases globally. Several course offerings and areas of emphasis in required courses have been added to this concentration regarding infection control. This allows public health practitioners the opportunity to expand their knowledge of infection-control practices and procedures, particularly in hospital settings.

The MSPH culminates with an independent thesis requirement, which requires a substantial on-campus time commitment on the part of the student (20 hours per week). The thesis work involves extensive one-on-one interaction between the student, their thesis advisor, and their thesis committee. Preference for admission is given to students with a background or demonstrated skills in the biological sciences.

Master's Progression Policy

Review the progression policy for the MPH, MHA and MSPH.

Program of Study

If you have questions on your program, please contact your Academic Advisor.

Current students may access their Degree Works planner from my.usf.edu or Student Self-Service (formerly OASIS). Students may view their current progress in Archivum at usf.appiancloud.com/. (See Archivum instructions). If you are not a current student, or want to view program requirements from a different catalog year, please use these sources:  

• 2026/27 USF Catalog MSPH Planner or COPH catalog section

• 2025/26 USF Catalog MSPH section (pg. 869)

• 2024/25 USF Catalog MSPH section (pg. 733)

• 2023/24 USF Catalog MSPH section (pg. 792)

• 2022/23 USF Catalog MSPH section (pg. 804)

• Any prior year, please view the USF Graduate Catalog Archives 
  
  

There may be circumstances in which a student may need to change their catalog year. This must be initiated through a discussion with your academic advisor. Details regarding USF policy on changing catalog year can be found in the Student’s Major Degree Requirements section of the USF Graduate Catalog’s Academic Policies. 

Global Infectious Disease Concentration Guidelines

• Thesis preparation, writing, defense and committee meetings