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Epidemiology & Biostatistics
Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to design and conduct population health studies and apply research findings to improve the health of urban populations. The Epidemiology and Biostatistics MPH track consists of 2 specializations: one in Epidemiology and one in Biostatistics. The objectives for students in Epidemiology include being able to: understand the principles, methods, strengths and limitations of epidemiologic study designs; collaborate on applied population health research; interpret epidemiologic findings, effectively communicate research and finding to lay and professional audiences, and apply the findings to the development of evidence-based interventions to improve population health. The objectives for students in Biostatistics include being able to: attain an awareness and basic understanding of advanced statistical methods and to apply core and intermediate level statistical methods to public health endeavors, such as data management, statistical analysis, interpretation, and presentation of analytical results using computing technology in government and private health agencies, industry, and research institutions.
Admissions - Epi/Biostat
A listing of all eligible applicants will be provided to the Epidemiology / Biostatistics Program from the Hunter College Admissions Office. Documents submitted by eligible applicants will be reviewed for clinical experience and other relevant experience in health care to identify those eligible for interviews. A standardized scoring form will be used to evaluate each applicant, based on GPA, TOEFL scores, clinical experience, essay quality, and interview scores. Should you wish to learn more about the program prior to applying, please attend a graduate information session (if in NY metropolitan area) or email the EPI/BIOSTAT faculty track coordinator for an appointment.
Curriculum - Epi/Biostat
The Urban Public Health Program at Hunter College, CUNY has established a Biostatistics and Epidemiology Track within the MPH program. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to design and conduct population health studies and apply research findings to improve the health of urban populations. The Epidemiology and Biostatistics MPH track consists of 2 options: one in Epidemiology and one in Biostatistics.
