Epidemiology Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin

Overview

Key Features

The Epidemiology program from Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin consists of five core methods modules, three advanced elective modules, a research project and a master's thesis.

The aim of the five core methods modules is to ensure that all students have a comprehensive set of theoretical and applied skills in epidemiologic research methods. The core modules have 5 credits each for a total of 25 credits. Both full-time and part-time students should complete them in the first and second semester of the program. 

The advanced elective modules provide room for students to pursue individual interests in 15 credits worth of coursework. The areas of study are roughly grouped under the headings "applied methods", "disease monitoring" and "applied epidemiology". The intent of the electives is to impart specialized methodological skills in various fields of application. 

The Master's thesis is an independent scientific research project and makes up one third of the MSc Epidemiology degree. Students receive 20 credits for the completion of the two connected courses Module 9 - Master's Project and Module 10 - Master's Thesis. Module 9 is designed to provide room for finding and preparing an independent research project that is suitable for completion in the final Module 10 - Master's Thesis. Each student is paired with two academic advisors from the program's faculty or related research institutions. The Master's Thesis gives students the opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge they have gained throughout the program to a practical research project. It is also a chance to get to know potential employers!