Shreiber School launches Master of Science in One Health

Today’s health questions do not fit neatly into one box.

As global health threats become more complex, the demand for professionals trained in the One Health framework continues to grow. Beginning in Fall 2026, Rowan University’s Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine will offer a Master of Science in One Health (MSOH), responding to the growing demand for professionals who can address complex health challenges at the intersection of human, animal and environmental health.

Now accepting applications, the MSOH blends core coursework in epidemiology, bioinformatics and crisis management with hands-on applied research and analytical training. The academic foundation combined with experiential learning is designed for students pursuing careers in biomedical research public health, global health and health policy.

“At a time when the world faces growing threats from pandemics, climate changes and antimicrobial resistance and food system disruption, the need for One Health leaders has never been greater, “said Dr. Omar Tliba, associate dean for research and graduate studies at Shreiber School. According to Tliba, more than half of emerging infectious diseases in humans originate in animals and environmental changes are influencing how diseases spread and impact communities.

One Health Program Highlights

The MSOH program emphasizes One Health concepts throughout the curriculum with robust experiential and research-based learning, including two intensive research practicums. These mentored experiences in biomedical research labs, clinical settings, public health environments or field-based sites allow students to apply One Health principles to real-world problems while building a professional portfolio of technical and analytical skills.

With part-time and full-time options, the dual-degree pathway integrates with other graduate programs, allowing students to advance their clinical and research training simultaneously.

The 33-credit program coursework consists of:

• Foundations of One Health theory and interdisciplinary health systems
• Research design, epidemiology, and biostatistics for population health analysis
• Critical evaluation of scientific literature and scientific communication
• Bioinformatics and data analytics in One Health research
• Global health, emerging infectious diseases, and zoonotic risk assessment
• Crisis management and emergency response to public health threats
• One Health, One Welfare, and Environmental Sustainability

Tliba says few universities bring medicine and science together within a single academic ecosystem like Rowan, referencing Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering and Rowan’s School of Earth and Environment. “This unique environment allows students to collaborate with experts across multiple colleges and research centers while working on problems affecting communities locally and globally.” 

Shreiber School’s MSOH is accepting applications through April 15, 2026. For more information, visit go.rowan.edu/msoh.