MSc in Global Infectious Disease - Science Policy in Washington United States | Georgetown University

The Master of Science in Global Infectious Disease program offers both part-time and full-time on-campus study options, delivering interdisciplinary training that integrates scientific, technological, modeling, social science, economic, and governance perspectives to advance careers. The program welcomes both early-career graduates and established professionals, offering comprehensive education on diverse approaches to global infectious disease challenges - from biomedical research and outbreak modeling to pandemic epidemiology and health diplomacy. Our faculty members represent varied expertise across scientific, medical, healthcare, and policy disciplines, with most classes held in evenings to suit working professionals' availability.

Addressing infectious diseases demands comprehensive strategies incorporating sound policy implementation. The policy specialization focuses on building expertise to evaluate, formulate, and implement policies and instruments for infectious disease management. The curriculum enhances policy analysis capabilities through multiple approaches, including examining domestic and international policymaking institutions, political frameworks, analytical techniques, case studies of policy interventions, and adjacent fields like diplomatic relations, economics, and funding mechanisms. Graduates will gain proficiency in applying core policy analysis methods, formulating policy alternatives, and evaluating evidentiary support for policy formulation. They'll also develop competence in addressing ethical considerations across global infectious disease domains, including research practices, public health interventions, and policy development. This specialization prepares graduates for positions requiring - or benefiting from - professionals skilled in policy's role in infectious disease management, capable of analyzing and crafting effective policy solutions.