Human Genetics Center
Discovering how molecular variation impacts the health of individuals, families, and populations to improve public health and clinical care outcomes.
MPH in Epidemiology
Epidemiologists play a vital role in maintaining health and in disease prevention and control, by studying the determinants and patterns of disease in populations. 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.
The MPH in Epidemiology is designed to provide a solid foundation, including core knowledge and skills in epidemiology, as well as a breadth of achievement in the remaining four core disciplines (i.e., health promotion, biostatistics, environmental health, management and policy) of public health. This program aims to prepare students to put epidemiologic concepts and methods into public health practice, conduct research, and interpret evidence relevant to public health.
Click here to view the degree plan for the Master of Public Health in Epidemiology.
PhD in Epidemiology
Epidemiologists play a vital role in maintaining health and in disease prevention and control, by studying the determinants and patterns of disease in populations. 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.
The Doctor of Philosophy in Epidemiology confers mastery of epidemiologic concepts, theories, and methodology with a significant capacity for independent study. The doctoral program is research-intensive and is designed for students who plan to pursue university-based academic or research careers in epidemiology and disease prevention and control. Students in the program prepare themselves to become independent epidemiologic investigators and have the option to acquire graduate-level teaching experience.
See the Fall 2025 to Summer 2026 PhD Epidemiology Degree Planner.
See the Fall 2025 to Summer 2026 PhD Epidemiology - Direct Admit Degree Planner.
All doctoral students have access to expertise, faculty, and research across all locations.
Genomics and Bioinformatics Certificate
This certificate is intended for professionals in academic, clinical, and research settings who are now or soon to be faced with genomic and related data. The goal is to enable a generation of investigators and academicians capable of integrating genomic and related high-dimensional data seamlessly into population and personalized health.
Please see the Genomics and Bioinformatics certificate planner for more information about course requirements.
The coordinator for this certificate is JR Bright.