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PhD Epidemiology at Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Epidemiology at Vanderbilt trains critical thinkers to make fundamental advances through rigorous, cutting-edge research. Doctoral study includes a qualifying examination based on a dissertation proposal and a dissertation defense.

Faculty: School of Medicine  |  Department: Department of Epidemiology  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Nashville, TN, United States

What you will study

Programme requirements include coursework, research advising, a qualifying examination (dissertation proposal) and a dissertation defense.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Strong candidates hold a master's degree in a quantitative discipline, preferably epidemiology or biostatistics, with research and independent data-analysis experience, work or research experience in a content area of interest, strong quantitative preparation including high GRE scores, competence in SAS, STATA or R, and an orientation toward an academic career. Applications are made through the Graduate School portal.

Graduate School fall application deadlines differ by department and range from 1 December to 15 January. The Graduate School application fee is $95, paid online after submitting the application, and only one fee is charged for up to two programme applications per year.

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