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Social and Behavioral Sciences, PhD at Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Social and Behavioral Sciences trains students for careers in social and behavioural sciences, health education and health communication, most often in academic or research settings. The curriculum applies social and behavioural science perspectives to contemporary health problems.

Faculty: Bloomberg School of Public Health  |  Department: Health, Behavior and Society  |  Duration: Most students complete in four to five years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Baltimore, MD, United States

What you will study

Two focus areas: Social and Psychological Influences on Health, and Health Education and Health Communication. Students take a first-year qualifying exam, departmental and school-wide preliminary oral exams by the end of year three, and a dissertation defence; at least 18 credit units are taken outside the home department.

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Application information

Advanced Academic Programs charges a $90 non-refundable application fee per programme application for Summer 2027 and later terms.

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