Epidemiology
The Master of Public Health in Epidemiology is a one year full time on campus program designed for students seeking advanced knowledge in the study and control of diseases within populations. The curriculum integrates biostatistics, disease surveillance, research methods, and public health strategies to provide a comprehensive understanding of how to investigate, prevent, and manage health issues at the community and population levels. Through this program, students develop research and analytical skills, disease investigation expertise, data interpretation competencies, and public health decision making abilities, preparing them to conduct rigorous epidemiological studies and provide evidence based recommendations for health interventions.
This program offers a practical and interactive learning environment where lectures, workshops, case studies, and field projects allow students to apply epidemiological methods to real world health challenges. Students refine study design and statistical analysis, disease outbreak investigation, data management and interpretation, and public health policy application through collaborative exercises and applied research projects. Graduates are prepared to work in government health agencies, research institutions, healthcare organizations, and international public health bodies, equipping them to monitor disease patterns, design prevention programs, analyze health data, and contribute to population health improvement initiatives.
Key information
Key Facts
- Program Title: Epidemiology
- Degree Type: Master of Public Health
- Duration: 1 year
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 15 June 2026
- Location: Columbia University, United States
- Field of Study: Epidemiology
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations in Epidemiology
• Principles of Epidemiology
• Biostatistics for Public Health
• Research Methods in Epidemiology
• Disease Surveillance and Control
Semester 2 – Advanced Applications and Public Health Practice
• Infectious and Chronic Disease Epidemiology
• Epidemiologic Data Analysis and Modeling
• Seminar in Public Health Policy and Practice
• Applied Epidemiology Project
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in public health research, epidemiological investigation, healthcare analytics, and policy development. Career paths include epidemiologist, public health researcher, disease surveillance analyst, health policy advisor, and clinical data specialist. Graduates are equipped to design and conduct epidemiologic studies, analyze and interpret health data, develop prevention strategies, and provide evidence based recommendations for population health improvement. The program also prepares learners for leadership and advisory roles in public health agencies, hospitals, research institutions, and international health organizations, enabling them to contribute meaningfully to disease prevention, health monitoring, and policy implementation.
Why Choose This Program
Students choose this program because it combines epidemiologic research, data analysis, public health policy, and applied practice within a one year intensive framework. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, allowing learners to acquire the competencies necessary to investigate, analyze, and manage health issues effectively. Graduates gain the knowledge, confidence, and expertise to pursue careers in epidemiology, public health research, disease prevention, and healthcare policy while contributing meaningfully to evidence based strategies that enhance population health outcomes.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +1 212 854 1754
Email: admissions@columbia.edu
Address: University of Columbia, Admissions Office, New York, NY, United States
