Program Overview

Introduction to the PhD in Epidemiology

The PhD in Epidemiology is a research-intensive program designed for students who plan to pursue university-based academic or research careers in epidemiology and disease prevention and control. Epidemiologists play a vital role in maintaining health and in disease prevention and control, by studying the determinants and patterns of disease in populations.

Program Overview

Through rigorous coursework, the Department of Epidemiology prepares students to confront some of the most consequential health conditions affecting our local and global communities. Many faculty and graduates of our epidemiology programs are leading experts in chronic and infectious diseases, helping to extend life expectancy, advance health equity, improve quality of care, and pave the way for innovations in how we address future health events.

Program Details

The Doctor of Philosophy in Epidemiology confers mastery of epidemiologic concepts, theories, and methodology with a significant capacity for independent study. Students in the program prepare themselves to become independent epidemiologic investigators and have the option to acquire graduate-level teaching experience.

Research Areas

• The program focuses on various research areas, including chronic and infectious diseases.
  • Students have access to expertise, faculty, and research across all locations.

Program Structure

• The doctoral program is research-intensive and designed for students who plan to pursue university-based academic or research careers in epidemiology and disease prevention and control.
  • Students can refer to the PhD Epidemiology Degree Planner for more information on the program structure.

Career Opportunities

• The program prepares students for university-based academic or research careers in epidemiology and disease prevention and control.
  • Graduates of the program can become independent epidemiologic investigators and acquire graduate-level teaching experience.