A Healthy Legal Climate
The burgeoning legal aspects of public health have found their complement in a new agreement between the
The initiative establishes a collaborative academic offering for students pursuing a law degree with a Master of Public Health.
"This new JD/MPH creates significant opportunities for Albany Law and UAlbany students interested in the fast growing areas of health law and public health policy," said
"These offerings are yet another example of the way our schools partner to provide students with the benefits of both a comprehensive, public research university and a private, independent law school. Our affiliation offers law students opportunities to explore various disciplines in their academic journey for a richer, well-rounded experience."
The agreement calls on each school to recognize and accept credits for a range of specific courses, creating a more efficient experience -- specifically less costly and less time -- for students. The new program allows interested students to complete the JD/MPH in 3.5 years, including summer coursework.
"We can now provide our students with an opportunity to address and solve issues at the intersection between law and public health right here in the
"Given our School's unique partnership with the
Likewise, UAlbany public health classes that may interest the law student include Strategy & Leadership Applications in
Students will remain responsible for completing each of the separate degrees at their respective school, but the articulation agreement creates a path for a more efficient and collaborative approach.
In addition, as part of the program, students are eligible for field placement/ summer & semester in practice opportunities in organizations such as the:
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After years of collaboration,
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