StudyQA — Master: Epidemiology — University of Toronto

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The MPH in Epidemiology provides a solid base in epidemiological methods, an understanding of the breadth of community health and opportunities for applied experiential learning in epidemiologic practice, research and policy. The degree program is intended for students who want a research career (including the pursuit of a PhD in epidemiology), and those who want to work in an applied public health setting.

The curriculum emphasizes quantitative methods, critical appraisal of evidence, data analysis and interpretation. In contrast to strictly skills-based training, the degree is aimed at developing leaders who will make independent contributions when faced with public health challenges, and direct initiatives in the field. In addition, completion of the program meets the requirement for physicians training to be Medical Officers of Health in Ontario, and Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada requirements for Public Health and Preventative Medicine residency program.

The objective of the program is to provide students with a base of knowledge and skills in epidemiological methods and public health that will enable them to pursue careers in applied epidemiological research, or evidence-based public health practice.

Graduates will:

be able to work as part of a research group or in public health practice;
be able to describe trends and patterns of disease incidence and prevalence, disease burden, factors affecting health status, and major etiologic and prognostic factors;
understand the strengths and weaknesses of major methodological and analytical techniques;
exhibit practical skills, including the ability to develop an epidemiological question, refine the question in light of the literature and community situation, design an appropriate study to answer the question, collect relevant data, analyze these data using commonly available statistical software, and interpret the findings relative to the literature and the community/ organizational context;
be able to prepare a paper for peer-reviewed publication, and present epidemiological information;
have knowledge of public health principles and practice; and
be able to read, understand, and critically appraise the scientific literature, and understand the effectiveness of core public health interventions.

Year 1, Fall Term (September – December)		2.5 – 3.0
	CHL5004H: Introduction to Public Health Sciences1	0.5
	CHL5201H: Biostatistics I	0.5
	CHL5300H: Public Health Policy	0.5
	CHL5401H: Introduction to Epidemiology	0.5
	CHL5426H: Population Perspectives for Epidemiology	0.5
	Elective	0.5

Year 1, Winter Term (January – April)		2.5 – 3.0
	CHL5202H: Biostatistics II	0.5
	CHL5402H: Epidemiologic Methods II	0.5
	CHL5405H: Health Trends and Surveillance	0.5
	CHL5418H: Scientific Overviews in Epidemiology	0.5
	1 – 2 Electives	0.5 – 1.0
	Students will typically select summer practicum placements starting in January of this term.

Year 1, Summer Term (May – August)
	CHL6010Y and CHL6012Y: Required MPH Practicum (16 weeks full time)	2.0

	Students must successfully complete all required first year courses, listed above, before progressing to the practicum. Evolution of a practicum placement into a Capstone Experience may occur during the first practicum. Please see also MPH Epidemiology Practicum Guidelines for more information on practicum options and procedures.

Year 2, Fall Term (September – December) and Winter Term (January – April)
	In their second year, students complete diverse combinations of approved graduate credits (regular courses or additional practicum placements) to bring the total number of approved graduate credits completed to 10.0 FCE. Elective courses may include additional offerings in the DLSPH listed under any of our disciplines. Students interested in taking graduate electives outside the School of Public Health may do so, but are encouraged to consult with the MPH Program Director before enrolment.	2.5 – 3.5

TOTAL		10.0

an appropriate bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized university*
at least a mid-B average in final year of the degree or in the last 5.0 full course equivalents completed at a senior level*
at least one undergraduate statistics course is required for Epidemiology, Social & Behavioural Health Sciences (Health Promotion) and Community Nutrition, and is recommended for Family & Community Medicine and Occupational & Environmental Health
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is strongly recommended for MPH Epidemiology applicants (NOTE: GRE will be required for MPH Epidemiology applicants starting with the Fall 2018 admission cycle)