Master of Science - MS in Clinical Epidemiology Kent State University, USA

The Master of Science in Clinical Epidemiology at Kent State University is an advanced program designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to understand the determinants and distribution of disease, health conditions, and events in specific populations. This program is ideal for health professionals seeking to enhance their research capabilities, contribute to evidence-based medicine, and inform public health decisions. Students will learn to design and conduct clinical research studies, perform data analysis, and interpret and disseminate research findings. The curriculum includes courses in biostatistics, study design, systematic reviews, and meta-analysis. There's a strong emphasis on quantitative methods and the critical appraisal of research literature. Ethical considerations in clinical research are also a crucial part of the program, ensuring students are prepared to conduct studies that meet rigorous ethical standards. Elective courses allow students to focus on specialized areas such as infectious diseases, chronic disease epidemiology, or health policy and management. Practical experience is a significant component, with opportunities to collaborate on research projects with experienced faculty and to engage in internships that provide real-world public health experience. Graduates are well-positioned for careers in academia, government, healthcare, and industry where they can make impactful contributions to improving health outcomes through research and policy.

Kent State University (KSU), established in 1910 and located in Kent, Ohio, is a public research university and part of the University System of Ohio. With an endowment of $301.4 million as of 2021, it spans over 866 acres on its main campus and has a total enrollment exceeding 34,000 across its eight campuses. KSU is the third-largest university in Ohio, offering over 300 degree programs, including baccalaureate, associate, master's, and doctoral programs. Notable fields of study include nursing, business, history, library science, aeronautics, journalism, architecture, and fashion design. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – very high research activity" by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The campus boasts blue and gold colors, with its sports teams known as the Golden Flashes and their mascot Flash the Golden Eagle participating in NCAA Division I within the Mid-American Conference??.