Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Epidemiology in Boston United States | Boston University
Boston University
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Boston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
61,050
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Epidemiology PhD program offers specialized professional education in epidemiology, equipping students with the expertise, competencies, and capacities needed for leadership roles in epidemiological research and methodology. This doctoral program aims to cultivate independent, innovative, and impactful research scientists in epidemiology.
After fulfilling the PhD in Epidemiology requirements, graduates will be capable of:
developing research questions suitable for empirical epidemiological investigation
assessing the strengths and limitations of various epidemiological study designs for specific causal relationships
employing appropriate techniques to analyze and interpret epidemiological research
articulating the theoretical foundations of epidemiology, encompassing both conventional and emerging study approaches
identifying potential biases and implementing strategies to assess and mitigate them
exhibiting proficiency in gathering data, performing analyses, and producing comprehensive reports of statistical findings
developing specialized knowledge in a specific epidemiological domain and applying this expertise to dissertation development
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all registered coursework from each college or university attended. The SOPHAS Official Transcript Request Form must be included with each transcript.
The PhD program in Epidemiology requires three letters of recommendation for the application to be considered complete.
The personal statement is intended to give applicants the opportunity to submit a narrative describing their past experience(s) and current professional career objectives.
A current resume or curriculum vitae is required.
TOEFL ibt - 100 or higher, TOEFL pbt - 600 or higher, IELTS – Academic Exam Only - 7.0 (total band score)
The PhD program in Epidemiology requires three letters of recommendation for the application to be considered complete.
The personal statement is intended to give applicants the opportunity to submit a narrative describing their past experience(s) and current professional career objectives.
A current resume or curriculum vitae is required.
TOEFL ibt - 100 or higher, TOEFL pbt - 600 or higher, IELTS – Academic Exam Only - 7.0 (total band score)
Tuition
USD
61,050