Epidemiology: Public Health

Discover a field at the frontline of every major health event. Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and patterns of health and disease conditions. At UMass Amherst’s School of Public Health and Health Sciences, the epidemiology concentration emphasizes collaborative and transdisciplinary research in multiple avenues, including community-based research, women’s health issues, physical activity, nutrition, and biomarkers. Graduates are poised for careers in government agencies, private industry, and academia.