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Epidemiology:

Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations, and the application of this study is to control health problems. It is a discipline within public health, providing the foundation for directing practical and appropriate public health action based on this science and causal reasoning.

Masters in the U.S:

The U.S. universities offer Master of Science (MS) and Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology. MS program is more focused on mathematical theories and science and covers scientific hypothesis, epidemiological study design, and the utilization of computer programs to analyse data sets. Whereas, MPH degree offers coursework in biostatistics, research methodology, social and community health, occupational health, environmental health, and many other topics relevant to the field.

The universities equip students with the tools to become tomorrow’s public health leaders through engaging curriculum, mentorship, practicum opportunities, and state-of-the-art research opportunities.

The coursework includes:

• Probability, statistics, and sound research methods
• Developing and testing hypotheses grounded in scientific fields like biology, behavioural sciences, physics, and ergonomics to explain health-related behaviours, states, and events.

Who can apply?

• Individuals with health-related professional degrees (e.g., physicians, veterinarians, dentists, nurses) who wish to learn more about epidemiological methods and research to enhance their current health professional activities or help them expand into a greater research or teaching role.
• Students from a bachelor’s degree who completed courses in algebra, pre-calculus, or calculus and human or general biology.

The U.S. universities consider several factors for admission to Masters in Epidemiology, including:

• Grade Point Average
• Personal Statement
• Recommendations
• Work Experience
• Community involvement
• Standardised test scores – GRE and IELTS/TOEFL/PTE

Accreditation

The Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) is the nationally recognized accrediting body for both schools of public health and public health programs.

Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) provides academic program finder that helps students to search for accredited epidemiology programs in the U.S.

The students can match their interests and refine the results by adding additional search criteria in the link given below.

https://programfinder.aspph.org/