Epidemiology Maastricht University

Overview

Within this Epidemiology programme from Maastricht University   you’ll gain a solid education in the theoretical concepts, methods and interpretation of epidemiological research focusing on the diagnosis, aetiology, and outcomes and prognosis of disease. You’ll also study the efficacy of preventive and therapeutic interventions.

You will explore epidemiology in all its different facets with examples ranging from the epidemiology of cancer or musculoskeletal disorders to nutritional, molecular, clinical and occupational health epidemiology. You’ll develop the full range of theoretical knowledge, practical and analytical skills, and experience you’ll need to become a certified epidemiologist.  

Students at Epidemiology master’s programme from Maastricht University will learn:

• about the basic principles and core concepts of epidemiology

• about different research designs

• about advanced statistical methods used in epidemiology

• to critically approach the appraisal of research work

• to prepare research proposals and research manuscripts and deliver effective oral presentations

• to develop communication skills that are relevant to the workplace

Career opportunities:

Epidemiologists are currently in high demand, and this is only expected to continue. Epidemiologists typically work in a variety of settings, such as:

• governmental bodies
• non-profit organisations
• universities or other research institutes
• public health services
• clinical or biomedical centres
• pharmaceutical companies
• academic hospitals, etc.