PhD Epidemiology and Biostatistics

The PhD Program in Epidemiology and Biostatistics draws on the core disciplines of biostatistics and epidemiology to support students in developing the knowledge, skills and competencies needed to assume positions of leadership with the ultimate goal of advancing population health. Students accepted into the PhD program will master the rigorous scientific and analytic methods necessary to be at the forefront of efforts to not only describe, but effectively evaluate and improve the public s health. The Department operates within a strong interdisciplinary framework involving faculty within the department, the school of medicine, and across the entire university, as well as leaders in health care and public health institutions and health oriented organizations and agencies locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally. The educational mission of the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics PhD Program is to train students using an integrated approach that draws broadly from the population and quantitative health sciences.