Ph.D. in Public Health - Epidemiology

Official Program Name:

Ph.D. in Public Health with a specialization in Epidemiology

School Offering Program:

Walden University

Degree Level:

Ph.D.

Program Description:

Walden University's Ph.D. in Public Health program with a specialization in Epidemiology is intended for students who want to gain a more thorough understanding of epidemiology and the public health field. The program focuses on the causes as well as the control and prevention of diseases in populations. Students have the opportunity to choose from three tracks to design a program that fits their needs. Track I is designed for students who hold a bachelor's or non-public health master's degree. Track II is designed for students who hold a CEPH-accredited M.P.H. or M.S. in Public Health. Track III is designed for students who hold a non-CEPH-accredited M.P.H. or M.S. in Public Health.

Accreditation:

Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org.

Learning Format:

Online

Estimated Program Length:

Time to completion for this program varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Personalized estimates of time to completion can be discussed with a Walden University enrollment advisor.

Total Credits Required:

89 - 121 quarter credit hours, depending on chosen track

Financial Aid Available:

Walden University offers a number of financial aid opportunities including scholarships, fellowships, and employer tuition reimbursement for those who qualify. Enrollment advisors can also assist with federal aid, private loans, veteran benefits, and other opportunities.

Courses for a Ph.D. in Public Health with a Specialization in Epidemiology:

Degree program curriculum and credits are subject to change. Contact Walden University for the most current information before enrolling in a program.

Students who choose Track II must take the following courses:

Foundational Courses

Course Title	Credits
Principles of Communication in Public Health	2
Essentials of Public Health: A Case Study Approach	4

Core Courses

Course Title	Credits
Promoting Population Health	5
Administration and Leadership of Public Health Programs	5
Public Health Informatics	5
Research Theory, Design, and Methods	4
Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis	4

Specialization Courses

Course Title	Credits
Infectious Disease Epidemiology	5
Social and Behavioral Epidemiology	5
Environmental and Occupational Epidemiology	5
Chronic Disease Epidemiology	5
Molecular and Genetic Epidemiology	5
Field Methods and Data Analysis in Epidemiology	5

Dissertation

Course Title	Credits
Public Health Dissertation	30

Students who choose Track I must also take the following Foundation Courses:

Course Title	Credits
Social, Behavioral, and Cultural Factors in Public Health	4
Biostatistics	4
Epidemiology	4
Environmental Health	4
Health Policy and Management	4
Leadership, Professionalism, and Ethics in Public Health Practice	4
Research in Public Health	4
Program Design, Planning, and Evaluation	4

Students who choose Track III must also take the following Foundation Courses:

Course Title	Credits
Social, Behavioral, and Cultural Factors in Public Health	4
Biostatistics	4
Epidemiology	4
Environmental Health	4
Health Policy and Management	4

Post-Graduation Opportunities

Career Paths:

Graduates of Walden University's Ph.D. in Public Health program with a specialization in Epidemiology can acquire a thorough understanding of disease prevention and control techniques and may be prepared to seek leadership positions in academics and the public health field.

Careers that program graduates may seek include:

• Epidemiologist
• Public heath manager
• Public health researcher
• Epidemiology consultant
• Public health analyst