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The graduate program in Public Health is designed to provide students with advanced research skills and knowledge in the field of public health. The program offers a diverse range of research opportunities, including but not limited to: Epidemiology, Health Policy and Management, Environmental Health, Biostatistics, Global Health, Health Promotion and Behaviour, and Health Informatics. The program boasts a robust and well-established national and international multidisciplinary network that allows PhD students to undertake innovative research projects using the most advanced methodologies. Furthermore, the curriculum includes tailored training activities, such as dedicated sessions and seminars, study visits, both national and international, to ensure that students gain the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their chosen fields of research and with the opportunity to gain exposure to different public health systems, policies, and practices. The program is based on nationally and internationally recognized competencies and structures, catering to both basic and applied research, making it ideal for translational research. The program is designed to produce graduates who are competent in conducting high-quality research, have a deep understanding of the complexities of public health, and are well-equipped to engage meaningfully in national and global public health processes. Graduates of the program will be well-prepared for careers in academia, research institutions, national and regional health systems, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations.