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Epidemiology involves analyzing how diseases spread and what factors influence health outcomes across populations, aiming to prevent and manage illnesses. As a fundamental public health discipline, it underpins the methodology for conducting and evaluating research. The Master of Science in Environmental Health, Plan A, Epidemiology Specialization provides both conceptual understanding and hands-on training in epidemiological techniques, emphasizing statistical approaches. Students acquire competencies applicable to diverse health risks and conditions.
The Department of Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences delivers extensive graduate programs covering cancer research, workplace and environmental safety (including industrial hygiene and ergonomics), radiation protection, nuclear sciences (such as radiobiology and radiochemistry), disease pattern analysis, and substance toxicity studies.