The Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics offers Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology and Biostatistics. The MPH in Epidemiology and Biostatistics is designed to train health care professionals to generate numerous research ideas and interpret epidemiologic and biostatistics information.
Program Mission
The Program strives to provide advance education and innovative research in the disciplines of epidemiology and biostatistics that promote and informs best practices, policies, and scientific evidence in the field of public health that meet the need of the community.
Program Description
All students in the Master of Public Health in Epidemiology and Biostatistics program complete six core public health coursework in biostatistics, epidemiology, social and behavioral sciences, environmental health, healthcare management, and health information systems. Students should register in four courses in the First semester of their Master program and two courses in the second semester. The total credit hours equal to 18 credits.
Program Aims to:
- • To prepare qualified and competent public health professionals in the of Epidemiology
and biostatistics. - • To prepare the graduate with skills and experience to conduct innovative research and
involve in scholarly activity related to the field.
• To serve the community by providing Evidence-Based recommendations to public health
planners and decision-makers.
Intended Audience
Students with background in health-related fields such as Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Laboratory.
Duration
The Master of Public Health (Epidemiology) Program runs full-time for two calendar years.
Program Venue
Riyadh Campus