The Duke MS in Population Health Sciences blends data science, systems thinking, and real-world application to prepare students for leadership in modern health care.
About the MS in Population Health Sciences
Duke’s intensive, multidisciplinary MS program equips students with the skills and experience to create meaningful change in health care. In just two years, students gain a deep foundation in:
- Statistical modeling and data analytics
- Epidemiology and health policy
- Bioethics and behavioral science
- Implementation science and informatics
You’ll learn from world-renowned faculty across Duke School of Medicine and collaborate with experts at Duke Health, Duke Clinical Research Institute, Margolis Center for Health Policy, Duke Cancer Institute, Duke Global Health Institute, and more.
Why Choose Duke PopHealth?
- Learn from leaders in high-demand fields like implementation science, health equity, and policy evaluation.
- With over 50 primary faculty and 60 secondary faculty, every student is paired with a faculty advisor.
- Students will have the opportunity to earn a Tier 1 SAS Academic Specialization, demonstrating mastery in study design, descriptive statistics, and statistical modeling.
- Join a powerful network of alumni and partners across health care, government, and industry.
What Can I Do with a Degree in Population Health?
As health systems increasingly prioritize population health, Duke’s program equips professionals to meet that growing need.
Our graduates are equipped to lead in:
- Health research and data analytics
- Pharmaceuticals and biotech
- Health Care delivery and quality improvement
- Public health policy and consulting
Some pursue further education in medicine or doctoral programs, while others step directly into high-impact roles across sectors.
Where Are Our Graduates Now?
Duke MS in Population Health Sciences alumni are making a difference across the country and around the world. Recent positions include:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Health Scientist
- NC Department of Health and Human Services – Quality and Population Health Evaluator
- RTI Health Solutions – Senior Research Scientist
- RTI Health Solutions – Associate Research Economist
- Advocate Health – Senior Statistician
- UNC Health – Operational Project Manager
- US Department of Veterans Affairs – Project Coordinator
- Stellar Health – Manager, Provider Operations
Launch Your Career in Population Health — Start at Duke
Explore our curriculum, learn more about admissions, and connect with our team to begin a career that transforms health care systems and improves lives.
