Epidemiology (Online Learning)
Provided by The University of Edinburgh Medical School
About the course
Transform your passion for population health into actionable expertise with the University of Edinburgh's MSc Epidemiology programme.
This programme is designed to give you the foundational knowledge and analytical skills necessary for a career in epidemiology. Through learning and applying epidemiological concepts, along with practical statistical training, including the use of R software, this programme prepares the epidemiological leaders of tomorrow.
Whether you aim to conduct ground-breaking research, enhance clinical outcomes, or influence public health policy and practice, our programme provides the knowledge and tools to tackle contemporary population health challenges and propel your career forward.
Why choose this programme?
- Global perspective, local impact: Gain insights from international health experts and apply them in your setting, enhancing your ability to address population health issues.
- Career advancement: Elevate your professional profile with a qualification from one of the world's top universities, opening doors to leadership roles in academia, government health organisations, industry and NGOs.
- Flexible learning: Balance your studies with professional commitments through our fully online programme, designed to fit the lives of busy professionals without compromising on the quality and depth of learning.
The MSc Epidemiology programme at the University of Edinburgh is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of the field, blending core competencies with specialised elective options.
This part-time, fully online programme is spread over three years, and you can exit the programme after:
- Year 1 with a Postgraduate Certificate
- Year 2 with a Postgraduate Diploma
- Year 3 with a Master of Science degree
Course content
- Year 1: You will take five courses, covering epidemiology, statistics and data analysis using R.
- Year 2: Focus on research design and the epidemiology of infectious diseases and choose four elective courses to tailor your learning. Options include:
- data visualisation
- genetic and molecular epidemiology
- big data analytics
- Year 3: Engage in a substantive research project that allows you to explore in-depth a topic of your choice within the field of epidemiology, under the guidance of experienced researchers.
Find out more about compulsory and optional courses
We link to the latest information available. Please note that this may be for a previous academic year and should be considered indicative.
Enquire
| Start date | Venue | |
|---|---|---|
| 08 Sep 2025 | Distance learning | Book now |