Overview

Epidemiology studies the distribution and determinants of disease and injury in human populations, including how a complex combination of factors interact to determine an outbreak, as well as control and prevent adverse health outcomes.

A degree in Public Health - Epidemiology at Georgia State University also prepares students to advance the scientific understanding of health and disease with an emphasis health equity.

Career Outlook

Career paths for holders of the Ph.D. in Public Health with a concentration in Epidemiology include:

Director of Clinical Research
Professor
Senior Epidemiologist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Epidemiology and the Prevention of Violence
Chronic Disease Epidemiology
Infectious Disease Epidemiology
Epidemiology of Adolescent and Young Adult Health Risk Behaviors 3 Credit Hours
Social Determinants of Health
Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology: Using Information and Data Systems
Implementation and Scale-Up of Evidence-based Practices for Maternal and Child Health Populations
Maternal and Child Health Advocacy: From Rights to Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

62 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

Public Health Epidemiology View 132 other PhDs in Public Health in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission preference will be given to students who have already earned a Master of Public Health or equivalent degree. All other students will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Application materials include:

SOPHAS application and fee
A resume or curriculum vitae
Official transcripts from each college and/or university attended
Three professional references
A statement of purpose and objectives
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) for international applicants

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

32332 USD / year

≈ 32332 USD / year
Out-of-State

31726 USD / year

≈ 31726 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9790 USD / year

≈ 9790 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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