Regardless of domestic or overseas Aiming for the realization of public health and social change
The purpose of this department is to develop human resources who have the independence to find problems and solve them. Therefore, we have created an environment where students can systematically learn a wide range of public health, with the keywords of the five basic areas of public health, which are internationally core, problem-solving approaches, and competency-based education. We pursue problems deeply and cultivate flexible practical skills.
Overview of Division of Public Health
Two courses that you can learn while working In the Division of Public Health, the Master’s Degree Program (MPH) that allows you to choose between a one-year course and a two-year course, and the doctoral course (DrPH) that is a three-year course. Students learn the five areas of "epidemiology," "biostatistics," "social behavior science," "health policy and medical management," and "occupational health science," which are the core of learning public health, in a well-balanced manner. In class, students engage in practical learning in the field through group work, discussions, practical training and exercises. Based on scientific judgment on various problems that occur in the field of public health, students acquire the ability to contribute to the deepening of science.
5 basic areas of public health
Epidemiology Scientific method-based research is needed to solve population health problems. Students learn research design to formulate hypotheses and test them, and methodologies for theoretically and practically performing data collection and interpretation.
Biostatistics From the basics of statistics to the specialized statistical methods, students acquire the knowledge and skills to formulate a test plan and analyze and evaluate the results scientifically through exercises.
Social Behavioral Science Lifestyle-related diseases such as metabolic syndrome are often associated with unhealthy behavioral patterns, and it is necessary to take measures at each level such as individuals, workplaces, medical institutions, and communities. Students learn how to formulate and implement effective solutions at each level.
Occupational Environmental Health We live in different environments. By grasping the effects of the environment on humans, students do not only identify the biological effects of harmful substances, but also acquire the knowledge and skills to plan and implement environmental health measures in an international framework. In addition, they acquire practical skills that can be practiced in the field of occupational health due to the safety of workplaces that handle harmful substances and the changes in technological innovation and industrial structure.
Health Policy and Medical Management Currently facing international competition, public health threats, and an aging society, specialists in health policy and medical management are sought. We train leaders in health policy and medical management who have comprehensively studied health policy and medical management and have the ability to tackle public health issues based on scientific evidence.
Problem-Solving Approach In order to solve public health problems, it is not enough to be interested in one theme and make a hypothesis and analyze it scientifically. It is necessary to take up and analyze social issues from a broad perspective, and plan, draft, and execute based on the result. In this major, we aim to acquire a problem-solving approach consisting of eight stages. Students acquire the ability to discover problems, collect information, analyze the data obtained from them, grasp problems from various aspects, and work on problem solving with flexible ideas.
Competency-Based Education In modern society, there are many challenges to protect and maintain the health of people not only in Japan but also in the world. In order to solve this, not only scientific knowledge and academic elements, but also communication skills, leadership, and the ability to move society (advocacy) are required. Competencies are the focus of attention, and so-called education that trains the qualities of highly qualified people. This major aims to develop human resources with eight competencies in each course.
Human resource development to play an active role in the global society
Harvard Special Session Since the academic tie-up with Harvard University in 1993, Teikyo University has contributed to the development of public health in Japan through student-teacher exchanges and international joint symposiums. This lecture is given as part of the competency-based education promoted by the university.
In January 2012, the first course was held by inviting five professors from Harvard University who are active worldwide in each field. Since then, we have invited lecturers from University of Cambridge, Durham University, University of Oxford, etc., which are academic partners with our university. Every year, it provides a valuable place for international exchange in which a total of nearly 100 students from Japan and overseas participate, and it is a great opportunity to experience the latest external circumstances and cutting-edge knowledge.
Teikyo International Summer School The Teikyo International Summer School is a program that utilizes the educational methods cultivated together with Harvard University, and is attended by many auditors from outside the university, including our overseas affiliated schools. Lectures are mainly conducted in English, and through organizational behavior, which is a systematic study of people's behaviors and attitudes within an organization, students learn the basics of health care management and leadership in the field of public health.
In addition, regarding universal health coverage which is a universal issue, the achievement status in Japan and efforts to maintain the medical system in the aging society with a declining birthrate are studied at local health centers. Students acquire multifaceted knowledge by conducting field learning at special nursing homes for the elderly and hospitals.
Teikyo-Harvard International Symposium As part of our exchange activities, we hold international symposiums about every two years at our university and Harvard University. Each time, enthusiastic discussions are held with the participation of leaders in health education from universities in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Asian countries that are affiliated with the university. We continue to deepen our relationships with affiliated schools such as Harvard University and aim to realize a better society through education.
Academic Exchange Agreement In 2016, we signed an academic exchange agreement between this department and the School of Public Health, Peking University, China. For the rapidly aging society experienced by Japan, we would like to incorporate the experience of Japan and our university in the construction of a sustainable health care system and the doctoral course health care professional education that our university is promoting with Harvard University. There was hope for the graduate school and it was realized. In addition, joint research on air pollution has begun at four universities, including Chulalongkorn University in Thailand and Atmajaya University in Indonesia, and we are engaged in multifaceted exchanges in terms of both education and research.
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About our GPA System
The purpose of introducing the GPA (Grade Point Average) system is 1. to create a unified standard for the campus, 2. to be an excellent standard for fairness, and 3. to be an internationally accepted standard. This is an objective evaluation of GPA, which is an objective numerical value for students' learning achievements. In addition, this system is generally based on the grade evaluation system adopted by universities in Europe and the United States, and can be used overseas as an index to prove academic ability when studying abroad, going on to graduate schools overseas, or finding employment at foreign-affiliated companies as a valid grade evaluation system.
GPA Calculation Method
Completion Requirements
Master’s Degree Program It is required to acquire 25 credits of 7 compulsory subjects (including 12 credits of "problem research") and 17 credits or more of elective subjects, for a total of 42 credits or more. Regarding "problem research", it is recognized that it has the abilities and qualities necessary for solving public health problems (core competencies of Master’s Degree Program / see page 4), and it must pass the examination of the final report. If so, the completion requirements are met. Those who meet the completion requirements are awarded a "Master of Public Health (Professional)" degree. The period of enrollment in the 2-year course cannot exceed 4 years. In addition, the maximum number of credits that can be registered for courses is 42 credits per year. However, those with a GPA of 3.30 or above are allowed to take more than 42 credits per year. The period of enrollment in the one-year course cannot exceed two years. In addition, the maximum number of credits that can be registered for courses is 50 credits per year. However, those with a GPA of 3.30 or above are allowed to take more than 50 credits per year.
* Those who are not enrolled in the 2022 academic year should check the completion requirements for the enrollment year.
Doctoral degree program
Acquire 7 compulsory subjects (14 credits) as common subjects.
Select one field from the three fields of "epidemiology and biostatistics", "industrial environmental health science", and "health policy and medical management", and obtain 16 credits for elective compulsory subjects in these fields.
Obtain 6 credits or more from elective courses or elective compulsory courses in other fields (excluding special research)
To acquire 1 credit or more per subject out of 5 special lectures.
If you earn a total of 37 credits or more, you will meet the completion requirements, and you will be required to have professional awareness and ethics in public health practice, critical analysis, regional and cultural exchange, communication, operational management, leadership, advocacy, and international acceptance. If you are considered to have a gender DrPH core competency, and then pass the thesis review and final exam for the applicant, you will meet the requirements for awarding a degree. The maximum number of credits that can be registered for courses is 30 credits per year (excluding special research). However, those who have a GPA of more than 3.30 are allowed to take more than the upper limit.
* Those who are not enrolled in the 2022 academic year should check the completion requirements for the enrollment year.
