Global Health Epidemiology and Disease Control George Washington University

Overview

The Global Health Epidemiology and Disease Control programme at George Washington University is designed to train the next generation of public health leaders in the rigorous appraisal of disease prevention strategies. Students develop the analytical and creative skills necessary to improve health outcomes in diverse international settings.

This curriculum emphasises critical thinking and innovation, encouraging students to engage deeply with public service and global health improvements. By focusing on evidence-based interventions, the programme ensures that graduates are prepared to address the complex health challenges facing populations around the world today.

Graduates of this degree are equipped to use advanced epidemiological tools to generate evidence for both infectious and chronic disease control.

Why Global Health Epidemiology and Disease Control at George Washington University?

The programme is hosted within the Milken Institute School of Public Health, providing students with access to a prestigious academic environment dedicated to public service. As a STEM-designated programme, it offers a high level of technical training in biostatistical applications and epidemiological methods.

Students benefit from a curriculum that integrates professional enhancement through mandatory participation in public health-related lectures, seminars, and symposia. This ensures that learners are connected to current industry discussions and the latest developments in the field of global health and disease management.

The university provides a collaborative atmosphere where interprofessional education is a core component. Students engage in practical experiences that prepare them for leadership roles, ensuring they can manage the ethical and cultural complexities inherent in international health research and programme implementation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 1945 per credit
• National fee: USD 1945 per credit
• Local fee: USD 1945 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of core public health requirements, program-specific modules, and electives. Modules may include:

• MPH Applied Practice Experience
• Biostatistical Applications for Public Health
• Epidemiology
• Social and Behavioral Approaches to Public Health
• Public Health Program Evaluation
• Environmental and Biological Foundations of Public Health
• Health Policy
• Public Health Practice and Leadership
• Interprofessional Education Experience
• Global Health Frameworks
• Ethical and Cultural Issues in Global Health Research and Programs
• Ethics in Public Health Practice and Policy
• Global Health Programs and Approaches to the Control of Infectious Diseases
• Global Health Programs and Approaches to the Control of Chronic Diseases
• Use of SAS for Data Management and Analysis
• Systematic Reviews to Synthesize Evidence in Public Health Practice

Careers with Global Health Epidemiology and Disease Control

Graduates are prepared for professional roles in global health organisations, government agencies, and non-governmental organisations. They often pursue careers as epidemiologists, health policy advisors, or programme managers focused on disease surveillance and the implementation of health interventions.

The skills acquired during the programme allow alumni to work in diverse sectors, including international development and public health research. They are specifically trained to impact underserved communities by improving the performance of health systems and managing large-scale disease control initiatives.