PhD in Population Health Sciences – Epidemiology
Duration: 5 Year(s)
Harvard Medical School (HMS), Boston
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Course TypePhD
Course Specialty
Epidemiology
Overview
The PhD in Population Health Sciences – Epidemiology at Harvard is designed to prepare researchers and scientists to investigate patterns, causes, and prevention of diseases in human populations. The program integrates expertise from Harvard Medical School and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, providing a multidisciplinary environment for advanced epidemiological research. Students receive rigorous training in epidemiologic methods, biostatistics, and population health analysis. The program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical research skills required to address major global health challenges. Students collaborate with leading researchers and gain access to extensive health datasets and research resources available through Harvard’s network of affiliated hospitals and institutions. The training environment encourages innovative research that informs healthcare policies, public health strategies, and disease prevention programs. Graduates typically pursue careers in academia, public health organizations, research institutes, and global health agencies.
Admission Intake
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
Students receive an annual stipend of approximately USD $50,000+ along with health insurance and additional academic support benefits.
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline such as epidemiology, public health, statistics, or biological sciences
- Strong academic record and quantitative research skills
- Prior research experience in population health or epidemiology preferred
- Statement of Purpose and Personal Statement
- Letters of recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume
- English proficiency test (TOEFL/IELTS) if applicable
- Official academic transcripts
- Online application submission through the Harvard GSAS portal
Minimum Education
MSc StatisticsMSc BiologyMPH (Master of Public Health)MSc Epidemiology
Admission Process:
- Submit an online application through the Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) application portal.
- Select the Population Health Sciences PhD program and choose Epidemiology as the field of study.
- Upload academic transcripts, CV, Statement of Purpose, and recommendation letters.
- Submit English proficiency test scores if required.
- Applications are reviewed by the admissions committee.
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited for interviews with faculty members.
- Final admission decisions are communicated through the GSAS application portal.
