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PhD in Applied Health Sciences

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PhD in Applied Health Sciences

A doctorate in Applied Health Sciences allows students to participate in an advanced research-focused program that examines various aspects of population health, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches while preparing graduates for academic and non-academic careers.

The degree is designed for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of public health and health services research (HSR) through advanced coursework, rigorous research, and the completion of a doctoral dissertation.

By choosing to earn your doctorate in Applied Health Sciences from Augusta University’s School of Public Health, you’ll be part of a program seeking to produce public health and healthcare researchers prepared to advance the discovery, dissemination, and application of new knowledge in public health and health sciences.

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Applied Health Sciences Program

 Summerville Campus

Science Hall

2500 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30904

ahs.phd@augusta.edu

Program Director: Vahé Heboyan, PhD

Program Coordinator: Kim Dyches

Key Highlights

Offers a strong methods-oriented, didactic program combined with opportunities to conduct advanced health services research.

Trains graduates to analyze data from diverse sources, apply appropriate analytic methods, address complex health and healthcare challenges, and contribute to the population health improvements in various settings.

Equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to conduct rigorous original research and contribute to the advancement of health services research.

Prepares doctoral students to make meaningful contributions to population health improvement through original research, critical analysis, and the application of their expertise in various professional settings.

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Coursework

The PhD program curriculum includes:

Didactic coursework: 40 hours of core coursework and 21 hours of elective coursework with at least nine credit hours at the 9000-level

Preliminary and Comprehensive Exams, and

Dissertation of original methodological, and statistical research applicable to the health sciences

Curriculum | Courses by Semester | Admissions Criteria | Tuition and Fees

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See yourself as the future of public health

The School of Public Health at Augusta University takes a groundbreaking approach to population health improvement by leveraging the strengths of Georgia's flagship public academic medical center, combining public health expertise with clinical knowledge to train future public health leaders. Our mission is to address Georgia's distinct public health challenges through exceptional education, innovative research, and collaborative community engagement.

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