How to survive your MPH

The video provides advice for students entering an MPH program, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the learning experience, focusing on epidemiology, building a professional network, and embracing statistics. It also advises keeping research projects simple and understanding the scientific method.

What is the main focus of the initial advice given to students?

• To avoid making new friends

• To focus solely on academic achievements

• To enjoy the learning experience and make lasting connections

• To prioritize finding a job immediately

Why is epidemiology considered crucial in public health?

• It helps in understanding the economic aspects of health

• It focuses on individual health rather than population health

• It is the only discipline used in public health

• It provides insights into disease distribution and health states

What is the significance of networking during the MPH program?

• It is not important in public health

• It is only beneficial for socializing

• It is only useful for finding a job

• It extends your professional capabilities and knowledge

How should students approach statistics in their MPH program?

• Consider it irrelevant to public health

• Avoid it as much as possible

• Embrace it as a valuable skill

• Only focus on qualitative aspects

What is the recommended approach for the thesis or capstone project?

• Aim for groundbreaking research

• Ignore the scientific method

• Keep the research question simple and clear

• Focus on complex and broad topics