Master of Science in Epidemiology

Epidemiology plays an important role both in population medicine and public health, providing valuable data and insights for understanding health trends and making evidence-based decisions. It is a scientific discipline that is increasingly in demand in clinical, industrial and policy settings. Epidemiology is characterised by a well-established set of principles and methods for applied research. The ultimate goal of epidemiology is to improve health. Target audience This Master's programme is an excellent choice for students and professionals in the fields of human medicine, veterinary medicine, biomedical sciences, nursing and health sciences, social sciences, natural sciences, and computer science. Objectives  After completing the Master's programme, students are able to successfully analyse health challenges on a national and international level. They can plan and conduct studies and implement the results. The study programme in Mainz follows a modular structure, with theoretical and practical training in three core modules from mid-October to the end of March. Elective modules are designed to specialise in one of the following areas “Population Studies” or “Clinical Research”. Postgraduate students are required to take four elective modules.  Due to its modular structure, the postgraduate Master's programme (60 ECTS) can be completed alongside professional employment. However, working hours should be adjusted to the study workload, particularly during the first semester, which has a high intensity. PDF Download