The Global Infectious Disease program at Georgetown University offers a unique interdisciplinary approach, while training students to analyze, articulate, and solve complex infectious disease problems.
The Masters of Science and Ph.D. programs in Global Infectious Disease (GLID) are designed to teach intellectually curious students a range of skill sets that can be applied to preventing, preparing for, or responding to infectious disease challenges. We address infectious disease from multiple angles, with a focus on basic science, quantitative study, and policy and governance analysis. We welcome students from diverse backgrounds at various stages of their careers.
Which Program is Right for You?
Our Students Learn to:
- Describe and analyze patterns of infectious disease in human populations.
- Identify, read and comprehend relevant scientific discourse, particularly the peer reviewed literature.
- Effectively communicate to both scientific and policy communities in both written and oral form around issues related to global infectious diseases.
- Utilize key methodologies for policy analysis, development of policy options, and assess evidence for utility in supporting policy decisions regarding infectious diseases.
- Critically read quantitative literature and identify assumptions and bias; translate infectious disease problems into mathematical statements which can be analyzed, validated and interpreted; and translate quantitative research findings into policy implications.
- Recognize and address ethical issues in all areas of global infectious diseases.
Application Deadlines
April 1, 2023 – Master’s Regular Deadline
Final deadline for the Master’s of Science in Global Infectious Disease. The admissions committee will review applications twice, once in January and once in April.