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University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine Doctor of Philosophy in Epidemiology

University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine

Doctor of Philosophy in Epidemiology

South Los Angeles, USA

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Sep 2025

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    About: The Doctor of Philosophy in Epidemiology is designed for students interested in public health research and practice. This program emphasizes the study of disease patterns, the factors influencing health, and the methodologies for epidemiological research. Students will engage in advanced courses and research projects, focusing on critical analysis and practical applications within the field.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as epidemiologists, health policy advisors, research scientists, or university faculty. They may also work in public health agencies, healthcare organizations, or private sector consulting roles.

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The doctor of philosophy in epidemiology is designed to produce an epidemiologist with in depth knowledge of methodology and analytic skills.

The program provides preparation in methodologic and applied epidemiology, emphasizing use of advanced design and analytic techniques to problems of etiology, human biology, public health and evidence-based medicine. Applications are encouraged from those with strong quantitative skills who have completed an undergraduate or graduate degree in the biological sciences, public health, medicine, allied health, or related fields.

The PhD in Epidemiology requires a minimum of 60 units, with a maximum of 20 units from research and dissertation. In preparation for the screening examination, all students are required to complete the required and elective courses for the MS in Applied Biostatistics and Epidemiology (33 units). It is recommended that students register for two semester of seminar in epidemiology and an advanced topics course in epidemiology.

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