The goal of the program is to train students to become competent and productive researchers in their chosen specialty so that they may assume leadership positions in academia, government or industry. The doctoral program typically requires at least four years of full-time study and research. The course of study of each student is planned with a faculty advisor who takes into account the student's previous preparation, area of specialization, and professional objectives.
Requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy degree:
Core Courses*, 15 credits:
EHT 520 Principles of Environmental Chemistry
EHT 525 Environmental Chemical Analysis
EHT 540 Principles of Radiation Science
EHT 690 Laboratory Rotations in Environmental Health Sciences
Epi 552 or equivalent statistics course
Supporting courses **(12 credits minimum); doctoral dissertation research (35 credits minimum); and four semesters of Seminars.
Satisfactory completion of the Preliminary Examination, Parts I and II of the Qualifying Examination; fulfillment of the research tool requirement; and satisfactory defense of the dissertation.
* Core courses may be waived on the basis of prior course experience or demonstrated competence. This waiver does not reduce the number of credits required for the degree.
** See the graduate bulletin for a full listing of department courses. Students may also select courses from other University at Albany graduate departments, Albany Medical College, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
Requirements for the Masters degree:
12-13 credits of core courses; 6-8 credits of supporting courses; masters thesis research (16 credits minimum); satisfactory completion of the Master's Major Field Examination and defense of the thesis.
Other Requirements:
All first-year students are required to enroll in EHT 780: Current Literature in Environmental Health. This course is designed to teach and promote critical reading of the literature in the context of public health.
All students are required to enroll in EHT 675 Responsible Conduct of Scientific Research. This course is aimed at promoting a better recognition of the values underlying the ethical performance of science.
Doctoral students are required to enroll in BMS 510 Communication in Science.
