Department of Epidemiology
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Department Overview
In the Department of Epidemiology, we strive to advance knowledge on the causes, prevention, and control of disease to improve public health and reduce health inequities through research, education, and policy.
Advance Knowledge. Improve Health.
EPIWhy EPI?
A Deep and Broad Foundation
Our comprehensive curriculum lets students build foundational epidemiological and biostatistical skills. It also goes beyond the ordinary, allowing students to explore topics in depth and gain multidisciplinary competence.
A Community With Shared Values
The Department of Epidemiology is a community with shared values: integrity that is foundational for all we do; ambition that highlights our belief that public health problems can be solved, and we are the ones to do it; rigor as we challenge ourselves to do all our work at the highest level; and collegiality and inclusion in our way of working.
An Abundance of Opportunity
EPI students have the opportunity to collaborate with globally recognized public health organizations and engage in research and practice opportunities around the world.
Programs
Programs in Epidemiology
The Human Health BA /Epidemiology MPH 4 + 1 program is a distinctive opportunity for high-achieving students who seek career paths in epidemiology. Accepted students begin graduate-level epidemiology coursework during their fourth year at Emory College, enabling completion of their BA and MPH in five years.
View ProgramThe MPH in Epidemiology prepares students to advance knowledge on the causes, prevention, and control of disease to improve public health and reduce health inequities through research, education, and policy. Students leave the program with both epidemiologic training and broad exposure to other public health disciplines, and the ability to identify, collect, manage, analyze, interpret, and report population-based data to drive disease control and prevention.
View ProgramThe MPH in Global Epidemiology (GLEPI) provides global context for epidemiologic training. This joint program offered in partnership through the Department of Epidemiology and the Hubert Department of Global Health prepares students for careers in disease surveillance, prevention, and research in global settings.
View ProgramThe Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) in Epidemiology is a professional degree designed for students with strong quantitative skills seeking a more in-depth education in epidemiologic methods. The MSPH program provides broad exposure to public health training, with emphasis on epidemiologic approaches with a strong quantitative focus. This degree program is particularly well-suited for students who are interested in a research-focused career.
View ProgramThe Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) in Global Epidemiology (GLEPI) is a joint program offered by the Department of Epidemiology and the Hubert Department of Global Health. The GLEPI MSPH degree provides global context for epidemiologic training and is designed for students with strong quantitative skills seeking a more in-depth education in epidemiologic methods. This degree program is particularly well-suited for students who are interested in a research-focused career.
View ProgramThe PhD in Epidemiology trains students in the methods of epidemiology and the application of these methods to a broad scope of public health and medical problems. Areas of study include, but are not limited to, cancer, cardiovascular disease, maternal and child health, diet/nutrition and physical activity, epidemiologic methods, infectious diseases (including HIV/AIDS), genetics and molecular epidemiology, social epidemiology, and health disparities. The goal of the program is to graduate epidemiologists with the knowledge, skills, and philosophy to be influential lead researchers (principal investigators), teachers of epidemiology, and public health officials.
View ProgramOur People
Collaborative Faculty, Committed to Excellence
Collaboration is essential for public health and is an integral component of our department. Our distinguished faculty are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and mentoring.
Our Experts On the Cutting Edge
Our Students Making an Impact
PhD students in the Department of Epidemiology start making real change through impactful research on day one.
Research
Our Research
Our research portfolio covers areas from infectious to chronic diseases, from molecular epidemiology to social determinants of health, and from foundational early research to implementation science.
EPI News
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