Admissions for the PhD in Epidemiology & Biostatistics are paused for Fall 2026.
The PhD program in Epidemiology and Biostatistics is a joint degree program offered by the Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health and the Department of Biostatistics in the College of Public Health. It is a dynamic doctoral program designed to prepare independent researchers for careers in population health data science. Graduates of this program are prepared for positions in the multidisciplinary work environments of academia, government, and industry.
This unique, interdisciplinary program, offers coursework and experiential training in the application of methodological theory and concepts to address the practical challenges of conducting population-based, clinical and translational research.
This doctoral program includes opportunities to engage in research teams and offers an innovative and collaborative approach to cross-disciplinary training and mentoring with the intent of providing students with a varying exposure to emerging trends in public health and biomedical data.
Pursuing a dual doctoral degree in Epidemiology and Biostatistics at UK College of Public Health has enhanced my skillset, helped me develop professionally, and helped me achieve solid outcomes that will benefit my research career.
This program is a joint program offered by the Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health and the Department of Biostatistics.
Epidemiology and environmental health are critical foundational components to public health research and evidenced-based practice. Epidemiologists study the distribution, patterns and causes of adverse health outcomes.
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Biostatistics is the science of translating data into decisions for public health, health care, and biomedical research. Biostatisticians work with other scientists to collect, analyze, and interpret data for the purpose of building scientific evidence.
