Clinical and Psychosocial Epidemiology

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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Would you like to improve the physical and mental health of individuals and communities? Become an independent researcher? Help advancing health research and improve healthcare for all?

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locatieGroningen
diplomaMSc
typeonderzoek, 120 EC
start1 september
taalvolledig English
opleidingsduur2 jaar voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code60399
numerus fixusnee
honoursnee

This two-year selective research master’s programme focuses on the prevention, development, and treatment of both physical and mental conditions. Biological, psychological, and social aspects all play a role in such conditions. Through a high-quality and interdisciplinary curriculum, you learn to unravel complex mental and physical health problems and how you can contribute to better solutions by applying innovative research designs and statistical techniques while making use of state-of-the-art facilities. You will be situated within the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG), and have the opportunity to work with unique data resources.

Follow your own path

At the end of your first semester you will be able to choose between two tracks:

Lifecourse Health Development: In this track, the focus lies on unraveling how chronic diseases and mental health problems develop and progress over time by applying a life-course approach. Understanding the processes that lead to changes in health and wellbeing and improving prevention and treatment strategies are key aspects of this track. You learn how a person's age, lifestyle, stressful life events, or stage of illness affects these processes.

Health Systems and Prevention: This track is designed for students who have a strong interest in developing evidence-based solutions to complex problems in population health. You learn to apply health systems thinking as a strategy for designing population-based prevention strategies and to evaluate the impact of large-scale programmes or policies on population health, well-being and healthcare costs. You also acquire practical experience during an internship allowing you to put research into practice to make a measurable impact on society.

Make a positive impact

Join our small international cohort and learn from experts in their fields. If you are seeking to improve health for all, this research master's is the ideal choice for you! Keep reading for more information about what makes it unique, its two tracks, the courses, the entry requirements, and the job prospects.

Questions? Reach out at cpe@umcg.nl or via WhatsApp. For news and updates on the MSc CPE follow us on Instagram & LinkedIn. We look forward to connecting with you!

Waarom aan de University of Groningen?

The MSc Clinical and Psychosocial Epidemiology is a unique programme that aims to educate and train the researchers of the future in a challenging high-quality interdisciplinary programme. When selecting the MSc Clinical and Psychosocial Epidemiology you can look forward to:
- Applying innovative techniques to unravel contemporary health issues
- Becoming part of a close-knit international cohort of a maximum of 35 students
- Engaging in a stimulating and supportive research environment
- Receiving guidance and support to overcome challenges and help you achieve your personal learning objectives
- Enjoying the flexibility to select a track and research topic that aligns with your interests
- Benefiting from high-quality teaching by renowned researchers
- Receiving training for both personal and professional growth
- Applying your knowledge and skills in small projects focused on real world problems
- Getting valuable experience as a researcher by working on your own research project
- Having the possibility of securing a fully funded three-year PhD position at the UMCG
- Having the possibility to register as an epidemiologist upon graduation

Studieprogramma

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opbouw
Clinical and Psychosocial Epidemiology consists of both mandatory and elective courses.
Depending on your knowledge, you will learn about the basics of medicine or the basics in psychology and psychosocial factors.

Apart from broadening your knowledge in the field of health and the determinants of health, you will explore the fields of Public Health, Health Psychology, Community and Occupational Medicine, and Psychiatric Epidemiology. Strong attention is also given to epidemiological research methods and statistics.

You will be able to choose additional courses called 'electives' to suit your particular interests.

Your individual development as a researcher is central to the programme and therefore you will be conducting research side by side with scientists who are leading experts in their field. Moreover, CPE is situated in the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG), which means that you can benefit from a unique and interesting clinical setting and a unique availability of large data cohorts.

During the second year you will write your master thesis, which can function as the basis of your own PhD proposal.

1e jaar The first year starts with solidifying your bases in psychology, medicine, and epidemiology through various courses and projects. Strong attention is also given to epidemiological research methods and statistics.
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Health Systems and population health
Lifecourse epidemiology
Development and evaluation of health measurement instruments
Chronic disease epidemiology
Interdisciplinary research
Study design
Professional Skills training
Project-based learning
Health measurement instruments
Intervention research from a lifecourse perspective
Health Systems and policy evaluation
Health behavior change
Complex health interventions
Scientific Integrity
2e jaar The second year consists in applying the knowledge acquired during the first year to your own research projects, mainly the Master Thesis project.
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Master Thesis Project
Introduction into R
Writing a research proposal
Advanced statistics
Electives

tracks

track Health Systems and Prevention

This track focuses on population health. Here, you'll learn to adopt a “health system” approach to understand the social and structural factors influencing the health of communities

You will also discover how to assess the impact of large-scale programmes or policies on the overall health and wellness of populations. Through the HSP track, you will acquire practical experience during a real-world internship, allowing you to put research into practice to make a measurable impact on public health.

track Lifecourse Health Development



This track focuses on the health of the individual. You'll learn to look at how health changes over a person's life using a "lifecourse" perspective. Understanding the process leading to changes in health and wellbeing and improving prevention and treatment strategies is a key aspect of the programme. While collaborating with renowned researchers and clinicians, you will study how a person's age, or stage of illness affects these processes.

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs100% en
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onderwijsvormen
coaching, colloquium, computer exercise, group assignment, group discussion, individual assignment, internship, lecture, literature study, research, research project, research proposal, oral presentation, portfolio, project, self study, seminar, working group
instruction modes
Lectures, practical assignments, research, internship.
study guidance
Each student is assigned to a mentor who is responsible for the evaluation of the student's progress, abilities, and limitations. The mentor and student have at least one scheduled meeting every three months.
study abroad
An internship (abroad) is among the possibilities. Our international network stretches across Europe, and from Latin America to Asia!
objectives
Clinical and Psychosocial Epidemiology consists of both mandatory and elective courses.

You'll start by learning the basics of either medicine or psychology, depending on what you already know. As you progress, you'll dive into areas like Public Health, Health Psychology, Community and Occupational Medicine, and Psychiatric Epidemiology. We'll also make sure you're comfortable with research methods and statistics.

If you have specific interests, you can choose additional courses, called 'electives'. Your growth as a researcher is a big focus here. You'll work alongside top experts in their fields, right in the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG). This means you'll have access to unique clinical experiences and extensive data resources.

In your second year, you'll complete your master's thesis. This can even become the foundation for your own PhD proposal. Plus, there's a chance to apply for a full scholarship to continue into a fully funded three-year PhD programme.

Please note that we are currently updating the programme. As a result, the ocasys courses system may not be fully up-to-date. However, you can find the available courses for the 2024/2025 academic year in this PDF document: msc-cpe-courses-description.pdf (rug.nl)


Toelating en kosten

startmomenten

1 september 2024

aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2024
wettelijk tarief : € 2530 (€1265 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 19900
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 24200

1 september 2025

aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2025
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You will find below a quick overview of the application and selection procedure. Make sure to visit our "How to Apply" page for more detailed information.

  1. If you have a Dutch bachelor's degree, you will first need to apply via Studielink.
  2. You will then need to send an email to cpe@umcg.nl and request further instructions about the application procedure.
  3. Your application will then be evaluated by the MSc Clinical and Psychosocial Epidemiology Admissions Board.
  4. If you are selected, you will be invited to take the entrance examination
  5. If you pass the entrance examination, you will be invited for an interview, which can be conducted online or in-person.
  6. After all the interviews are completed the MSc Clinical and Psychosocial Epidemiology Admissions
  7. will review each applications and inform you of the results. You should expect to hear from us within 2 to 3 weeks after the interview.



toelatingseisen

vooropleiding
You are admissible with a bachelors degree in bio(medical) sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Sciences, Psychology, Social Sciences, Human Movement Sciences, Life Sciences, Biology, Sociology, Econometrics, Pedagogy, Economics, Demography and spatial sciences. If you have another degree background the selection committee will determine whether your background meets the admission requirements. Feel free to contact us for advice.

cijferlijst
You will need to provide your official university transcript. It should include a list of all the courses you've taken, with the credit hours for each, the final grades you received, an explanation of the grading system used, and your class rank if available. Make sure to include the grades for courses you didn't pass as well.

resumee
You will need to send us an up-to-date CV

toelatingsgesprek
During the interview you'll be asked to give a short presentation on a research project you undertook as part of your previous studies and to elaborate on your motivation to apply for the MSc Clinical and Psychosocial Epidemiology programme and the track of your choice.

instaptoets
The entrance examination will be a test of your statistical knowledge. In preparation of this exam, a mock version and several teaching videos will be made available. If you pass the entrance exam, you will be invited for an interview. More details here: www.rug.nl/applycpe

taaltoets
Please make sure to visit www.rug.nl/applycpe for more information about the accepted language tests and the required minimum scores.

reference letter
You will need to submit one letter of recommendation written by an academic or previous supervisor

motivatiebrief
The motivation letter is an opportunity for you to convey your enthusiasm, goals, and suitability for the MSc Clinical and Psychosocial Epidemiology programme. Make sure to describe your expectations for the programme and the track of your choice and how it aligns with your future career plans. Additionally, emphasize the qualities and experiences that make you the right fit for this programme.

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De stad

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VIP
VIP is the study association for the Psychology students at the University of Groningen.
VIP organizes study-related and social activities. As a VIP-member, you receive a discount on study books as well as a discount on VIP activities. On this website, you can find more information about VIP, our events, committees, and the book sale.

aan het woord: studenten en docenten

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What I find the most fascinating about the CPE programme is that we all came from different educational and cultural backgrounds and met together in the same place, with the same goal which is to tackle health issues in a multidisciplinary approach.

As a Burmese student, the transition from Burmese education system to Dutch was very tough for me in the beginning but throughout these 2 years, the CPE programme helped me grow both academically and personally, I must say.

The CPE programme itself is multidisciplinary in nature and it enabled me to view and solve health problems in multidisciplinary perspectives and sharpened my critical thinking skills. I got a chance to work together with senior researchers who are the top researchers in their field...
We, CPE students, are freely allowed to design our own projects for the master thesis project and PhD proposal and our supervisors are very supportive and attentive. Most importantly, the CPE programme trained me to be ready for real world research experiences. Overall, I had wonderful and unforgettable experiences working together with my fellow CPE students and supervisors.


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Keuzehulp

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Studievergelijker

1/3 University of Groningen
Clinical and Psychosocial Epidemiology
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
4 eerstejaars
25% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
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2/3 University of Groningen
CPE Track Lifecourse Health Development
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
> bekijk opleiding
3/3 University of Groningen
CPE Track Health Systems and Prevention
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
> bekijk opleiding
disclaimer: bovenstaande cijfers en beoordelingen zijn aangeleverd door de opleidingen zelf. Wij kunnen de juistheid niet garanderen.
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Na de studie

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Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt

Your master thesis can function as the basis of your own PhD proposal. You will have the possibility to compete for full scholarship to continue with a three-year PhD programme at the UMCG!

If you do not wish to continue as a researcher, there are plenty of other opportunities. Alumni currently work as consultants for the World Health Organization (WHO), policy officers in the government, consultants for pharmaceutical or biotechnological companies or as university teachers.

For those students interested, you can choose to take courses to become a registered Epidemiologist A. You can find specific information about the epidemiologist training programme here.



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