Overview
The Applied Epidemiology MSc programme offered at University of Peradeniya will provide students with an understanding of epidemiological concepts with training in essential methodological skills required to conduct epidemiological studies in human and animal populations.
Students at Applied Epidemiology offered at University of Peradeniya will be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the key concepts in the discipline of epidemiology;
- apply epidemiological principles to surveillance and disease control within animal and human populations;
- communicate effectively with researchers from different disciplinary backgrounds;
- select an appropriate study design when confronted with an epidemiological investigation;
- question and develop a detailed study protocol capable of answering a given research question;
- analyse and interpret epidemiological data derived from cross-sectional, case-control and follow-up studies ;
- propose appropriate solutions and mitigatory measures to control epidemic conditions
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Epidemiology
- Methods in Epidemiology
- Environmental Epidemiology
- Overview of Public Health
- Zoonoses and Public Health
- Public Health Policy and Law
- Infectious Disease Surveillance and Outbreak Investigation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
Credits
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Disciplines
EpidemiologyWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Agriculture, Medicine, Surveying or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized university, acceptable to the PGIS.
Tuition Fee
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International
250000 LKR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 500000 LKR for the full programme during 24 months. -
National
125000 LKR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 250000 LKR for the full programme during 24 months.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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