Epidemiology - Doctor of Philosophy

Complete the following core courses (9 credits):
Readings in the Historical Roots of Epidemological Thought
Themes in Contemporary Epidemiology
Advanced Methods in Epidemiology and Applied Statistics
One of the following courses (3 credits):
Advanced Biostatistical Methods in Epidemiology
Analysis of Survival Data
Complete 15 credits of 800-900 level course work approved in advance by the student's guidance committee.
Attendance at 80% of all presentations in the departmental epidemiology seminar series during the period of course work.
Attendance at monthly Doctoral Journal Club meetings.
Pass a comprehensive written examination which will cover the field of epidemiology in general and the candidate’s area of special interest and study.
Successfully complete 24 credits of Epidemiology 999 doctoral dissertation research that demonstrates original research in epidemiology and public health.
Successful oral defense of the dissertation.