Purpose and Program Design
The purpose of the PhD programs is to prepare students to become ethically, culturally, and scientifically competent researchers and educators in public health. The programs promote inter- and trans-disciplinary education, research, and service activities that are relevant to the community and population that we serve. An academic department hosts and operates each of the five PhD programs. In each department, a Graduate Committee, chaired by the Graduate Program Director, develops and implements curriculum, makes admission decisions, advises students, and monitors student progress.
| Degree Program | Sponsoring Department |
|---|---|
| Biostatistics | Biostatistics |
| Epidemiology | Epidemiology |
| Environmental Health, Occupational Health, and Toxicology PhD | Environmental, Agricultural, and Occupational Health |
| Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Research PhD | Health Promotion, Social and Behavioral Health |
| Health Services and Policy Research PhD | Health Services Research and Administration |
The UNMC Graduate Studies Office has specific requirements for admission, academic standing, program requirements, comprehensive examinations, dissertations, candidacy, and graduation. Please see the UNMC Graduate Studies for more information.