Overview
The Masters of Science and Ph.D. programs in Global Infectious Disease (GLID) at Georgetown University are designed to teach intellectually curious students a range of skill sets that can be applied to preventing, preparing for, or responding to infectious disease challenges.
Features
- We address infectious disease from multiple angles, with a focus on basic science, quantitative study, and policy and governance analysis.
- We welcome students from diverse backgrounds at various stages of their careers.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- We curate an experience to provide the best path for students wishing to pursue careers in research.
- Our emphasis is on the intersection among biological sciences, data, and policy will allow graduates to enter academia, government, and other sectors where they can use their advanced research skillsets and interdisciplinary knowledge to address real-world challenges in infectious disease.
- This program will prepare successful students to join a growing workforce and find employment in a variety of areas depending on their speciality.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
December 1, 2023 – PhD Deadline
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Public Health View 125 other PhDs in Public Health in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants should have a background in basic science: admission requirements include at least one semester of undergraduate biology, and significant course experience in math and advanced statistics, as well as experience in computer programming for those interested in pursuing data modeling or related fields of research. Students interested in policy-oriented research should have coursework in political science and economics.
- PhD candidates should be able to demonstrate a clear study path or intellectual journey towards their PhD area of interest and demonstrate a history of success, such as through relevant employment positions or publications. There will be a strong preference for applicants that hold an advanced degree or significant experience in the field.
Tuition Fee
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International
24520 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2452 USD per credit during 36 months. -
National
24520 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2452 USD per credit during 36 months.
Living costs for Washington, D. C.
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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