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PhD in Public Health Genetics

Contact Information	(206)616-9286 or phgen@u.washington.edu
Department/Program Title	Public Health Genetics
Degree	PhD
Brief Program Description	Public Health Genetics is the application of advances in human genetics and genomic sciences to improve public health and prevent disease. The multidisciplinary Ph.D. program trains individual scholars for careers in academic institutions, health care delivery systems, public health departments, government agencies and the private sector. Training includes Fundamental Areas of Study (human genetics and public health) and two Core Knowledge Areas: Genomics in Public Health (genetic epidemiology, ecogenetics, and pharmacogenetics) and Implications of Genetics for Society (ethics & social science, law & policy, and health economics & outcomes research).
# Required Credits - Total	90
Minimum # Grad. Level Graded Credits	54
# Thesis/Dissertation Credits (Min/Max)	27
Usual Time to Complete Degree (Range)	Coursework: 2-3 years Dissertation: 2-3 years Total: 4-6 years
Preferred Credentials and Qualifications	The degree is also appropriate for individuals who possess an MD, RN, DVM, DDS, PhD, or JD degree who seek a career in public health practice or academia.
Likely Careers	Academia; research institutes and organizations; HMO’s; local, state, and national government.