Epidemiology Minor

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Epidemiology is the study and analysis of the distribution and determinants of health and disease in populations. It is the cornerstone of public health as it is used to identify risk factors for disease and disease prevention. With a strong emphasis on application, this minor will provide foundational knowledge on key epidemiological concepts and methods; students will understand how to investigate, detect and address health issues at the local, state, national, and global level. Knowledge and skills gained will be used to inform policy decisions and evidence-based interventions.

Students may not double count courses towards their major and minor. Students required to complete any courses in the core as a part of their major should take the listed elective course(s). A total of 18 credits should be completed.

Core Minor Courses

Students should take the following 6 courses, totaling 18 credits. Students may not double count courses towards their major and minor. Students required to complete any of the core courses as a part of their major should take the elective course(s) listed below.

HS 325 - Epidemiology Credits: 3
HS 375 - Social Determinants of Health Credits: 3
HS 451 - Epidemiology of Infectious Disease Credits: 3
HS 452 - Biostatistics for Public Health Credits: 3
HS 453 - Chronic Disease Epidemiology Credits: 3
HS 454 - Advanced Methods: Field Investigations Credits: 3

Elective Courses

Students taking any of the core courses above as a part of their major should take the elective course(s) below.

HS 344 - Population Health and Care Transitions Credits: 3
HS 345 - Health Quality Data Analytics Credits: 3