Program Overview
The Population Health Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Population Health Sciences programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Saint Louis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Population Health Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introductory Clinical Epidemiology
- Intermediate Clinical Epidemiology
- Applied Epidemiology
- Introduction to SAS for Clinical Research
- Introductory Biostatistics for Clinical Research
- Intermediate Biostatistics for Clinical Research
- Ethics in Population and Clinical Health Research
- Randomized Controlled Trials
- Applied Qualitative Methods for Health Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
All applicants must submit the following:
- Admissions application form
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Personal statement identifying the applicant\xc2\x92s area of interest in clinical outcomes research and population health that would guide training and course selection if admitted to the MPHS program. The essay must also address how the MPHS will complement the student\xc2\x92s clinical training and how the student envisions putting this specialized MPHS training to use in his/her career. Essays may not exceed one single-spaced page with no smaller than 11-point font.
- Letter of interest in a scholarship, if applicable
- Letter(s) of recommendation or support:
- For Washington University residents, fellows, faculty and physicians and BJC affiliates, one letter of support from departmental leadership or the training director is required. The letter should state the allocation of dedicated time to meet course and program requirements. Residents and fellows are expected to demonstrate 80% protected time over a full academic year.
- For Washington University medical and health sciences students, one letter of recommendation commenting on the applicant\xc2\x92s preparedness for a career in population health is required. The letter may come from anyone who has taught, mentored or worked with you professionally.
- All other applicants must submit three letters of recommendation reflecting on academic and professional requirements. At least one letter must be focused on the applicant\xc2\x92s academic performance and potential.
External applicants (applicants who are not currently affiliated with Washington University/BJC) must additionally submit:
- Transcripts \xc2\x96 Send documentation of degrees and official transcripts from any institution attended beyond high school (see note below regarding transcripts from international applicants)
- Standardized test scores \xc2\x96 Provide current official scores of the GRE or MCAT. Current is defined as within 10 years for the GRE and the MCAT.
- English language proficiency \xc2\x96 International applicants must submit current (within two years of application date) official scores of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or ECFMG English Language Certification.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Washington University in St. Louis directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, United States
Washington University in St. Louis is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2016-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-14
- Language English
- Duration 12 months