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1. Course
EPIDEMIOLOGY
Epidemiologic Methods I & II (EPI 512-513)
Principles and methods of epidemiology. Covers measures of disease frequency, measures of effect,
causal inferences, descriptive epidemiology, study types, misclassification, and effect modification.
EPI 512: 4 credits
Considers how designs of epidemiologic studies may be constructed to maximize etiologic
inferences. Covers confounding randomized trials, cohort studies, case-control studies, and selected
topics. EPI 513: 4 credits
BIOSTATISTICS
Applied Biostatistics I (BIOSTAT 517)
Introduction to the analysis of biomedical data. Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis for
discrete, continuous, and right censored random variables. Analytic methods based on elementary
parametric and non-parametric models for one sample; two sample (independent and paired),
stratified sample, and simple regression problems. Offered: A. BIOST 517: 4 credits
Applied Biostatistics II (BIOSTAT 518)
Multiple regression for continuous, discrete, and right censored response variables, including
dummy variables, transformations, and interactions. Introduction to regression with correlated
outcome data. Model and case diagnostics. Computer assignments using real data and standard
statistical computer packages. Prerequisite: BIOST 517 or permission of instructor. Offered: W.
BIOST 518: 4 credits
OR
Medical Biometry I, II & III (BIOST 511, 512, 513)
The principles and methods of data description and elementary parametric and nonparametric
statistical analysis drawn from examples in the medical literature. BIOST 511: 4 credits
Multiple regression, analysis of covariance, and an introduction to one-way and two-way analyses
of variance: including assumptions, transformations, outlier detection, dummy variables, and
variable selection procedures. Examples drawn from the biomedical literature with computer
assignments using standard statistical computer packages. BIOST 512: 4 credits
Analysis of categorical data including two sample methods, sets of 2 x 2 tables, R x C tables, and
logistic regression. Classification and discrimination techniques. Survival analysis including
product limit estimates and the Cox proportional hazards model. BIOST 513: 4 credits
(Both sets of Biostatistics classes cover the same topics)
Two of the following three classes must be taken:
Categorical Data Analysis in Epidemiology (BIOST 536)
Summary of univariate categorical data analysis; introduction to multivariate analysis of categorical
epidemiologic data using multiplicative models. Experience at interpretation; familiarity with
available programs gained by analysis of bona fide data, critiques of analyses appearing in
literature. Prerequisite: BIOST 515; EPI 513 and either BIOST 513 or BIOST 518; or permission of
instructor. BIOST 536: 4 credits
Survival Data Analysis in Epidemiology (BIOST 537)
Introduction to multivariate analysis of survival data using multiplicative models. Application to
epidemiologic studies. Familiarity with interpretation and available computer programs gained by
analysis of bona fide sets of data and critiques of analyses appearing in the literature. Prerequisite:
BIOST 536 or permission of instructor. BIOST 537: 4 credits
Correlated Data Regression (BIOST 540)
Introduction to regression modeling of longitudinal and clustered data from epidemiology and

2. health sciences. Interpretation and familiarity with available programs gained by analysis of bona
fide data; critiques of analyses appearing in literature. Prerequisite: Either BIOST 513, BIOST 515,
BIOST 518, BIOST 536, or permission of instructor. BIOST 540: 3 credits
HEALTH SERVICES
Advanced Health Services Research Methods I (4) (HSERV 523)
Examines how to apply research methods and addresses recurring issues in health services research.
Covers statistical theory that motivates the methods and empirical work that demonstrates a
method’s use. Enrollment priority for Health Services PhD. students. Prerequisite: either HSERV
511, BIOST 511/512/513, BIOST 517/518, or EPI 511/512, and permission of instructor. HSERV
523: 4 credits
PHARMACEUTICAL OUTCOMES RESEARCH AND POLICY
Medical Product Development & Policy (PHARM 532)
Introduction to the tools used in and the framework and dominant contexts for pharmaceuticals
policy development and analysis. Methods reviewed in a series of sessions presenting a specific
method and case analyses involving pharmaceuticals development. PHARM 532: 4 credits
Pharmacoepidemiology (PHARM 533)
Overview of pharmacoepidemiology including drug development and approval; application of
epidemiologic methods to study drug safety and effectiveness; exploration of the interplay between
research and public policy; introduction to resources for information about drugs; introduction to
pharmacology principles pertinent to pharmacoepidemiology. PHARM 533: 3 credits
Economic Evaluation in Health & Medicine (PHARM 534)*
Concepts and methods for evaluating cost and outcomes of health and medical interventions with a
focus on cost-effectiveness analysis, pharmacoeconomics, health and quality of life assessment,
resource allocation, and medical decision-making. PHARM 534: 3 credits
Assessing Outcomes in Health & Medicine (PHARM 535)
Methods and techniques for evaluating costs and cost-effectiveness of health, medical, and
pharmaceutical interventions. Emphasis on economic evaluation, decision analysis, and modeling
techniques for resource allocation and decision making. Applications to technology assessment,
health policy, clinical practice, and resource allocation. PHARM 535: 3 credits
Health Economics (PHARM 568)
Applies microeconomic principles and models to understand the nature of health care markets and
systems. Topics cover a wide range of health sector activities and policy issues studied by applying
rigorous economic analytical tools coupled with review of key related econometric and empirical
analyses. Prerequisite: introductory coursework in microeconomic principles and basic statistics.
PHARM 568: 3 credits
Graduate Seminar* (PHARM 597)
Interactive discussion of topical issues, methods, or analytic techniques. Topics vary. Credit/no
credit only. Prerequisite: graduate program student. PHARM 597: 1 credit (Minimum 12 credits)
Independent Research (PHARM 600): variable credits + Electives** (must have between 34-38
credits)
Master’s Thesis Research (PHARM 700): variable credits (must have 9 credits to graduate)
Doctoral Dissertation Research (PHARM 800): variable credits (must have 27 to graduate)
*Students must enroll in PHARM 597, Seminar each quarter they are enrolled as a student.
**Recommended Electives are: HSERV 524-Advanced Methods II (Advanced
Biostatistics/Econometrics); BIOSTATS 536-Categorical Data Analysis; BIOSTATS 537-Survival
Data Analysis; BIOSTATS 540-Correlated Data Analysis; EPI 588-Preparing & Writing Research
Proposals

3. ELECTIVES
Below is a selection of available electives appropriate for areas of specialization.
This list is not all-inclusive. Students are encouraged to check the websites of classes in these
departments and in other listings; and then to work with their mentor to formulate a plan to
optimize selections to fit interests.
Printable list of electives plus a table showing the Qualitative Courses offered on the UW
campus.
Bold = highly recommended as an elective
BIOSTATISTICS
• BIOST 521 Biostatistics for Experimentalists (4)
• BIOST 529 Sample Survey Techniques (3)
• BIOST 524 Design of Medical Studies
• BIOST/EPI 536 Categorical Data Analysis in Epidemiology (4)
• BIOST/EPI 537 Survival Data Analysis in Epidemiology (4)
• BIOST 540 Correlated Data Regression (3)
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CENTER FOR STATISTICS AND THE SOCIAL SCIENCES (CSSS)
• CSSS 566 Causal Modeling (4)
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ECONOMICS
• ECON 554 Cost-Benefit Analysis (3)
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EPIDEMIOLOGY
• EPI 510 Epidemiologic Data Analysis (3)
• EPI 514 Application of Epidemiologic Methods (4)
• EPI 515 Topics in Epidemiologic Methods (Advanced Methods) (3)
• EPI 516 Statistical Methods in Genetic Epidemiology (3) (PHG 519)
• EPI 517/PHG 511 Genetic Epidemiology (3)
• EPI 519 Epidemiology of Cardiovascular Disease (3)
• EPI 520 Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases (3)
• EPI 524 Epidemiologic Studies of Cancer Etiology and Prevention (3/4)
• EPI 528 Exposure Measurement in Epidemiology (3)
• EPI 529 Emerging Infections of International Public Health Importance (3)
• EPI 530 AIDS: A Multidisciplinary Approach (2)
• EPI 540 Introduction to Cancer Biology (3)
• EPI 541 Introduction to Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis of Evidence (MEBI
541/HSERV 529) (3)
• EPI 542 Clinical Epidemiology (2)
• EPI 546 Psychiatric Epidemiology (3)
• EPI 548 Social Determinants of Health Research Methods (HSERV 548) (3)
• EPI 582 Design and Analytic Strategies to Enhance the Validity of Epidemiologic Studies
(1)
• EPI 583 Epidemiology Seminar (1, max. 3)
• EPI 588 Preparing and Writing Research Proposals (2)
• EPI 591 Current Literature in Epidemiology (1)

4. GLOBAL HEALTH
• G H 531 Research Methods in Developing Countries (3/4)
• G H 533 Population Health Measurement (4)
• G H 543 Global Health Pharmacy: Medicines, Practice and Policy (2)
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HEALTH SERVICES
o HSERV 503 Public Health Informatics and Surveillance (3) (EPI 503)
o HSERV 509 Public Health and Informatics (3) (MEBI 533)
o HSERV 512 U.S. Health and Health Care: Organization, Financing, and Delivery (3)
o HSERV 513 U.S. Health and Health Care: Population Health, Social Determinants,
and Health Disparities (3)
o HSERV 514 U.S. Health and Health Care: Health Policy Research (3)
o HSERV 518 Social and Ethical Issues (2-4, max. 4)
o HSERV 521 Qualitative Methods in Health Services Research (3)
o HSERV 522 Health Program Evaluation (1-4, max. 4)
o HSERV 523, 524, 525 Advanced Health Services Research Methods I, II, & III
(4 each)
o HSERV 526 Qualitative Research Methods for Public Health (4)
o HSERV 527 Survey Research Methods (4)
o HSERV 528 Critically Appraising and Applying Evidence in Health Care (3)
o HSERV 529 Introduction to Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis of Evidence (2)
o HSERV 550 Policy and Economics: Fundamentals and Applications (3)
o HSERV 551 Health Law (2)
o HSERV 552 Health Policy Development (3-, max. 3)
o HSERV 553 Politics of Health Care (3)
o HSERV 575 Cancer Prevention and Control (3)
o HSERV 589 Epidemiologic Research in Aging Populations
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HEALTH MANAGEMENT
• HSMGMT 500 Risk and Insurance Seminar (3)
• HSMGMT 501 Epidemiology/Critical Evidence Appraisal (3-4)
• HSMGMT 502 Evidence-Based Health Care Planning (3-4)
BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH INFORMATICS
• MEBI 530 Medical Informatics (3)
• MEBI 533 Public Health and Informatics (3)
• MEBI 534 Biology and Informaticists (3)
• MEBI 552 Clinical Decision Support (3)
PHARMACY
• PHARM 541 Pharmacy, Health Care & Society

5. PUBLIC AFFAIRS
• PB AF 513 Public Policy Analysis (3)
• PB AF 516 Microeconomic Policy Analysis (4)
• PB AF 517 Economics of the Public Sector (3)
• PB AF 518 Applied Cost Benefit Analysis (3/4)
• PB AF 522 Financial Management and Budgeting (4)
• PB AF 532 Managing Policy in a Global Context (3/4)
• PB AF 536 Program Evaluation in the Developing World (3/4)
• PB AF 570 Social Policy Analysis and Management (3)
BIOMEDICAL REGULATORY AFFAIRS
• PHARM 516, 517, 518 Certificate Program in Biomedical Regulatory Affairs (3 each)
PUBLIC HEALTH GENETICS
• PHG 512 Legal, Ethical, and Social Issues in Public Health Genetics (3)
• PHG 541 Economic and Policy Issues for Genetic Technologies and Services (3)
• PHG 541 Economic and Policy Issues for Genetic Technologies and Services (3)
• PHG 580 Interactive Seminar (1)
• PHG 581 Introduction to Bioinformatics and Genetics Services in Public Health Genetics
(1)
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 Funding Opportunities
o PharmD/MS Concurrent Degree
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o Organizational Affiliations
o Annual Report
o News
o Current Student Resources
• Bracken Pharmacy Learning Center
• Institute for Innovative Pharmacy Practice (I2P2)
• UW Pharmacy Cares Program