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Master of Population Health Sciences
The Master of Population Health Sciences (MPHS), offered by Washington University School of Medicine, is designed as a one-year, full-time degree program that meets the needs of clinicians seeking training in clinical research methods. Its quantitative curriculum emphasizes the role of epidemiology and biostatistics in approaching clinical effectiveness and outcomes research. Although there is no research component to the degree, an emphasis on applied coursework allows for students to focus application of concepts in areas most relevant to their clinical careers including development of research study protocols, performing systematic reviews, and designing epidemiologic studies.
Successful applicants will have a strong academic record and relevant academic preparation with particular emphasis on quantitative skills, identified clear career goals that correlate to MPHS program competencies, and completed (or in the process of completing) a clinical training program at the doctoral level. 2011-2012 applications are due December 15, 2010 and admission decisions will be communicated by February 1, 2011.
MPHS students take seven required core courses; a sequence of three courses in epidemiology, two courses in biostatistics, and a three-credit course on research ethics. Eligible elective credits include courses offered through the MPHS program as well as other population health-related graduate courses offered at Washington University (Program Director approval required).
Graduating MPHS students will have demonstrated skill in program competencies including study design, program evaluation, data analysis (theory and application), use of statistical software packages (e.g., SAS), calculating rates, meta-analysis, statistical modeling, clinical trials, and observational studies.
The academic year is divided into four intensive 8-week quarters designed to allow full-time MPHS students to complete the program in ten months. Part-time study is allowed but students are expected to complete the degree within three years of matriculation. Students interested in part-time study need approval of the program director.
The MPHS Program Coordinator coordinates MPHS student registration. All other students register through and according to their home program processes; enrollment is subject to instructor approval.
Spring 2011 courses are scheduled for:
Session Spring I - January 18, 2011 to March 11, 2011
Session Spring II - March 21, 2011 to May 13, 2011
MPHS Program Leadership
Graham Colditz, MD, DrPH,
Program Director
Kathleen Wolin, ScD,
Deputy Director for Residents and Fellows
Lauren Arnold, PhD, MPH,
Deputy Director for Medical Students
Further information available at www.mphs.wustl.edu or by contacting the MPHS Program Director, Deputy Directors, or Program Coordinator at (314) 454-7940.