BA in Epidemiology in Rochester United States | University of Rochester

At Rochester, public health education blends scientific knowledge with creative approaches to safeguard and enhance community and family well-being through research and learning.
Public health studies offer a comprehensive academic foundation for exploring complex societal issues from multiple perspectives.
As an undergraduate in our public health program, you'll gain the tools to address health concerns affecting populations locally, nationally, and worldwide. Our curriculum leverages the combined strengths of faculty across Arts, Sciences, Engineering, and the Medical Center.
This degree requires 13 core courses plus two suggested math classes. The epidemiology track awards a Bachelor of Arts degree and fulfills the Rochester Curriculum's social sciences component.
Program objectives include:
Mastering theoretical frameworks and practical techniques for evaluating community health
Learning research methods to investigate disease causation and prevention factors
Developing analytical skills for interpreting public health data
Students benefit from hands-on learning experiences guided by faculty and community experts.