Online Epidemiology MPH
In the Epidemiology MPH program, you'll study the frequency, distribution and determinants of human diseases and injuries in populations to design evidence-based interventions that improve health outcomes.
Through this program, you will learn and practice foundational public health knowledge and competencies, as well as epidemiological, statistical, research and survey methods to help discover and address determinants—including biological, behavioral, social and organizational—of diseases and injuries.
As a practitioner with training in core public health principles, you will also be involved with advocacy, planning, programming, implementation or evaluation for disease prevention and health promotion of populations. You will be prepared to work in a wide range of settings, including
- Local, state, national or international public health agencies
- Health care delivery systems
- Nonprofit health agencies
- Research organizations
You can complete this degree full-time within 2 years, or part-time in up to 4 years.
Grow your career in an in-demand field.
As an epidemiologist, you will play a fundamental role in studying and preventing disease, applying your understanding of diseases and injuries to inform interventions, design programs that contribute to healthy outcomes, and improve health of communities and populations.
Take advantage of a program optimized for online.
Since all program coursework is online, you can study in a location that meets your needs, working where it’s convenient for you. The online Epidemiology program was designed to be fully remote with rigorous online courses and teaching methods based on the best practices for online instruction, and a practice-based field training experience online or in a location anywhere that’s suitable for you.
World-class public health education is ready for you
Faculty Experts
Faculty are fully equipped with the support they need to provide you with a world-class online education. Whether you are a local professional who needs class time to work with your busy schedule or you are across the country, you'll work with UB faculty who have won awards for their effective and enthusiastic virtual teaching.
Affordability
UB is a public institution and its tuition and fees make getting your degree an affordable option. UB offers lower rates for online students, as well as financial aid and scholarships to applicable students.
Points of Pride
UB is a flagship of the State University of New York, designated as a R1 research institution for its rigorous level of research. The School of Public Health and Health Professions is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health.