Master of Science in Environmental Health, Plan B, Epidemiology Specialization

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Environmental Health, Plan B, Epidemiology Specialization at Colorado State University provides graduate-level training in epidemiology, emphasizing quantitative methods. The 30-credit program includes core courses in epidemiologic methods, data management, and advanced methods. Students can tailor their studies with electives in statistics, preparing them for careers in disease prevention and control.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Science in Environmental Health, Plan B, Epidemiology Specialization is a graduate program offered by Colorado State University. It focuses on providing both theoretical knowledge and applied experiences in epidemiology, with a strong emphasis on quantitative methods. The program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to analyze and understand the distribution and determinants of disease, injury, and health in populations. This knowledge is applicable to a wide range of risk factors and health outcomes. The program's ultimate goal is to prepare students for careers in disease prevention and control.

Outline:

The program requires a minimum of 30 credits to complete. The curriculum includes:

• Core Courses:
• ERHS 532: Epidemiologic Methods (3 credits) or PBHL 570: Epidemiology for Public Health (3 credits)
• ERHS 534: SAS and Epidemiologic Data Management (3 credits) or ERHS 535: R Programming for Research (3 credits)
• ERHS 640: Advanced Epidemiology Methods I (3 credits)
• ERHS 695A: Independent Study: Epidemiology (3-6 credits)
• Electives: 19-12 credits in 500-level Statistics courses
• Program Total Credits: 30

Other:

The program is offered through the Department of Environmental and Health Sciences.