Postgraduate Master of Science in Epidemiology

Charite - Universitatsmedizin Berlin · Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
2 semesters, 4 semesters
Study mode
part-time (study alongside work) full-time
Campus
Berlin
Apply by
<p>(1)<strong> Early admissions deadline: Mid-November to 31 January</strong><br /> For international applicants who require a visa to enter Germany<br /> <strong>Please note:&nbsp;</strong>we are unable to process applications from students who require a visa to enter Germany after the early admissions deadline.</p> <p>(2)<strong> Regular admissions deadline: 1 February to 15 May</strong></p> <p>(3)<strong> Rolling admissions until 30 September</strong><br /> Applications received after 15 May are processed in the order they are received, as long as spots are available.</p>
Starts
Winter semester
Tuition
€10,200

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
1. University Degree: In order to ensure a high level of scientific quality in the continuing Master's programmes, we require the completion of a university degree and at least one year of qualified, professional work experience. The university degree must encompass a minimum of 240 ECTS or equivalent (four years of regular course work). Since the different academic backgrounds of our students and their respective work experience greatly shape the quality of the discussions in our seminars, we look forward to receiving applications from applicants in the fields of social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, and medicine. 2. Professional Experience: The programme is aimed at students with professional experience (mid-career professionals). At least one year of qualified work experience is required for admission. 3. Knowledge of English: Courses are taught in English. 4. Mathematical Knowledge and Aptitude: The programme offers advanced students an interdisciplinary modern educational environment to focus their methodological knowledge in the fields of epidemiology, biostatistics, medical informatics, and health data science, expanding their competencies in research. Students are
English language requirement
B2 required, proof via placement test/interview
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
(1) Early admissions deadline: Mid-November to 31 January For international applicants who require a visa to enter Germany Please note: we are unable to process applications from students who require a visa to enter Germany after the early admissions deadline. (2) Regular admissions deadline: 1 February to 15 May (3) Rolling admissions until 30 September Applications received after 15 May are processed in the order they are received, as long as spots are available.
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About this programme

The Master of Science in Epidemiology is a postgraduate Master’s programme that offers students an advanced interdisciplinary education to focus their methodological knowledge and expand their competencies in epidemiologic research. The programme is designed for inspired mid-career professionals from the fields of medical and natural sciences, social sciences, IT, or mathematics who want to make a difference in clinical and population health. The extensive collaborations with public health and health policy institutions ensure that coursework reflects current developments in research and scientific professional practice. Classes are taught by experienced faculty from the Charité and partnering institutions such as the Robert Koch Institute, the Max Delbrück Center, the Berlin Institute of Health, Bayer AG, and the Hasso Plattner Institute. Graduates will be qualified to pursue careers as research scientists in clinical trials, outbreak investigation, infection control, or disease monitoring in academia or with government agencies.

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