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Epidemiology

Program Overview

Epidemiology is the study of the patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions in defined populations. Epidemiology’s main role is preventing the onset and spread of disease by finding the reasons why some groups of people are healthier than others and then removing or controlling these causes.

Program Summary

Program Credits: 60.0-61.0 Credits

Status: Open Enrollment

Introductory Course: HLTH 210

Epidemiology Major Snippets

Beyond The Classroom

Engaging in internships, mentored research, associations and clubs related to your program is an important step in linking your education with the real world. These experiences enhance your education and prepare you for both further schooling and your future career.

Possible Occupations

With a Bachelors

  • Technical Data Analyst
  • Program Director
  • Health Educator
  • Project Manager
  • Researcher
  • Evaluation Specialist

With a Masters

  • Epidemiologist
  • Academic Policy Advisor
  • Legislative Policy Advisor
  • Policy and Research Analyst
  • Health Policy Specialist

With a Doctorate

  • Surgeon
  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician
  • Medical Scientist
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Beth Liechty

Advisor

Public Health Department
Health Science (H-Z)
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