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The PhD program in the Department of Public Health Sciences at the University of Chicago offers advanced training in foundational fields of public health, including biostatistics, epidemiology, health services research, health economics, behavioral social sciences, global health, and environmental health. The program is designed to prepare students to design and conduct substantive research addressing fundamental questions in human health from a biomedical perspective. Students are trained to collaborate with colleagues across various disciplines and are equipped to carry out methodological and substantive research in public health. The program prides itself on extensive student-faculty and student-student interactions, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Overall, the goal of the Doctoral program is to improve health within human populations and reduce disparities by expanding knowledge on factors affecting health and advancing diverse methods of research. Students completing this program are well-prepared for impactful careers in the biopharma industry and other fields related to public health.
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