Degrees Offered
Master of Public Health
The program in Chronic Disease Epidemiology emphasizes the acquisition of skills in epidemiologic and biostatistical methods that can be applied to a variety of problems covering both descriptive and analytic epidemiology.
Master of Science
With the growth of biotechnology and medical research in the pharmaceutical industry, there is a high demand for well-trained graduates in Chronic Disease Epidemiology. This track provides intensive training in epidemiology and research methods, especially for science Ph.D.s or medical professionals. Applicants without a prior doctorate but with a strong background in a biological or social science are also eligible to apply for this degree.
Doctor of Philosophy
In consultation with the faculty advisor, the student chooses among doctoral-level courses offered by the department as well as among courses offered by the medical school or by other Yale professional or graduate schools.
Partners in Training
Yale Cancer Center and the National Cancer Institute
Educating the next generation of epidemiologists. Article starts on page 12 of the winter 2011 edition of Yale Cancer Center's Centerpoint magazine.