The Integrative Learning Experience (ILE, formerly called Culminating Experience) is a project that synthesizes and integrates the knowledge and competencies that students acquire during their coursework. All students in MPH and MSPH programs at the SPHTM must complete a culminating experience. The ILE project results in a high-quality document that could be used in the workplace or with external partners. Some PHA projects may result in publication in a journal.
Options for the ILE
- Public health analysis--Online programs use the public health analysis (PHA) option for the ILE. All online MPH and MSPH students are advised to complete a PHA on a topic of their choosing, as outlined below.
- Comprehensive exam (not available in all programs)
- Capstone course or integrated seminar (being developed by some programs)
Integrative Learning Experience Requirements
- All options must integrate and apply the core and program competencies in the project.
- Students produce a high-quality written document that could be used by external partners.
- Students must do an oral presentation of either the culminating experience or the practicum.
Download the Integrative Learning Experience Handbook
