MS in Epidemiology – On-Campus

Capstone summary

Students will apply and refine their epidemiological, computational, and investigative skillset toward a research project in epidemiology in the capstone experience offered with this MS degree. This three-month experience culminates in a white paper and research presentation. This course trains students in professional skills such as executing a research project in the form of an observational or interventional study, scientific writing, and presenting to a larger audience which may not have the domain expertise and background in epidemiology. The goal for this experience is to prepare students with high-value professional skills necessary in the public health workforce in addition to the skills gained through degree coursework. As epidemiology continues to adapt methodologies in data science, complex statistical modeling, and biomedical sciences, professional skills sharpened in an interdisciplinary space such as this capstone experience will increase student success in the field.  

The capstone experience includes preparatory coursework and a capstone course. 

Capstone experience overview

• Winter Term: Capstone preparation course (0.5 Units)  
• Summer Term: Capstone course (3.0 Units)  

Available capstone tracks

• Individual project with a Dartmouth PI 
• External internship experience 
• Student-led group project using publicly available data