Epidemiology is the scientific discipline primarily concerned with identifying the distribution and causes of disease in populations, and as such, encompasses a rich methodology including observational and experimental study designs, statistical methods, an understanding of pathogens, environmental and behavioral risk factors, and human biology. Epidemiological methods have evolved to meet threats of global infectious diseases and the complex health challenges presented by an aging population, as well as to capitalize on the expanding understanding of human genetics. As the fundamental discipline of public health, epidemiology provides essential knowledge to design, implement, and assess approaches to effectively prevent disease and improve quality of life in the population.
| Requirements | MS in Epidemiology | PhD in Epidemiology |
|---|---|---|
| Total Credits Required | 33 credits | 60 credits |
| Core Courses (9-12 credits) |
PHS: 797, 798 and 805 or 806 | PHS: 797, 798, 805, 806 |
| Statistics (10-13 Credits) |
PHS: 451, 551, 552 | PHS: 451, 551, 552, 651, 652 (or equivalent) |
| Responsible Conduct of Research (1 to 3 credits) |
BMI 738, HST SCI 545, NUR 802, VET SCI/SURGERY 812, OBGYN 955, OBGYN 956 | BMI 738, HST SCI 545, NUR 802, VET SCI/SURGERY 812, OBGYN 955, OBGYN 956 |
| PhD Minor (9 credits) |
N/A | Course selection varies |
| Seminar | PHS: 820 (1 credit) 1 credit required |
PHS: 820 (1 credit) 2 total credits required |
| Research Credit | PHS: 990 Thesis Research Maximum of 5 credits can be applied to degree requirements |
PHS: 990 Dissertation Research Maximum of 11 credits can be applied to degree requirements |
| Independent Study | PHS: 699 credit varies Maximum of 3 credits can be applied to degree requirements |
PHS: 699 credit varies Maximum of 6 credits can be applied to degree requirements |
| Specialization Courses | 9 credits (see Academic Guide for list) | 12 credits (see Academic Guide for list) |
| Other Elective Courses | 4 credits (can include 699 or 990 courses) | 15 credits (can include 699 or 990 courses) |
| Other Requirements | Thesis | Passing the Qualifier Exams, Prelim A&B, Dissertation |
- Students are expected to attend and to participate in the Monday and Wednesday Departmental and Graduate Seminars each semester.
- All students are expected to enroll (for credit) in Seminar 820 during the semester in which they will present their research.
Course Titles:
PHS 451 Introduction to SAS Programming for Population Health (1 cr) Fall Syllabus
PHS 551 Introduction to Biostatistics for Population Health (3 cr) Fall Syllabus
PHS 552 Regression Methods for Population Health I (3 cr) Spring Syllabus
PHS 651 Advanced Regression Methods for Population Health (3 cr) Fall Syllabus
PHS 652 Topics in Advanced Biostatistics for Epidemiology (3 cr) Spring Syllabus
PHS 797 Introduction to Epidemiology, (3 cr), Fall Syllabus
PHS 798 Epidemiologic Methods, (3 cr), Spring Syllabus
PHS 805 Advanced Epidemiology: Causal Inference in Epidemiological Studies (3 cr), Fall Syllabus
PHS 806 Advanced Epidemiology: The Practice of Epidemiology (3 cr) Syllabus
MHS 545 Ethical and Regulatory Issues in Clinical Investigation (1 cr) Fall Syllabus
NRS 802 Ethics and Responsible Conduct of Research (1 cr) Spring Syllabus
PHS 820 Graduate Research Seminar (1 cr) Fall and Spring Syllabus