Department of Epidemiology
The Department of Epidemiology integrates research, education, and public health service programs to improve the health of our community. We offer a Master's of Public Health degree and a doctoral training program, as well as dual-degree programs with VCU's schools of medicine, social work, and pharmacy. Thanks to a close partnership with the Virginia Department of Health, our students benefit from experiential learning opportunities while directly impacting population health.
PhD in Epidemiology
Students learn to become independent research scientists who can develop epidemiologic methods and conduct population-based research
Research
The Department of Epidemiology at VCU conducts innovative, interdisciplinary research to understand health and disease across populations. Our faculty collaborate with VCU research centers, community partners, and global organizations to translate discoveries into actionable strategies that improve population health locally and worldwide. Students and postdoctoral fellows are integral to this work, contributing to research that addresses pressing public health challenges.