Noo!!! I apologize, no need to be discouraged.. Lots of people in the program have more of an interest in research. The majority are geared towards public health practice, but there are people who prefer epidemiology but didn't want to do a thesis MSc, people who research health systems, research in health disparities and equitable provision, and more. Like any public health degree, it's such an eclectic crowd, and you can always do a research based practicum!