MPH 6080 - One Health Seminar

This seminar-based course, offered as part of the Master of Public Health (MPH) program, explores the foundational principles and applications of the One Health approach, which emphasizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health. Through a series of seminars led by experts in the field, students will engage with contemporary topics that promote a multidisciplinary understanding of how the One Health domains (community health, environmental health, animal health) converge and contribute to emerging public health challenges and opportunities.

Students will attend and actively participate in the seminars, followed by reflective and analytical assignments designed to foster critical thinking and deepen their understanding of the complex interrelationships that shape global health outcomes. These reflections will not only focus on the seminar content but will also integrate broader One Health issues and opportunities, encouraging students to consider policy implications, ethical dimensions, and innovative strategies.

By the end of the course, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the One Health framework and its relevance in addressing contemporary public health problems. They will be equipped to critically assess health issues from a holistic perspective, preparing them for leadership roles in health sectors that demand collaborative, cross-disciplinary solutions.

3 Credits