Epidemiology at LMU
LMU's M.Sc. Epidemiology program provides rigorous training in methods from experts in the field. Our international and customizeable program supports students through hands-on learning, mentorship, and networking. Living in Munich and studying at LMU provide many opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Focus on methods. Our programme has a strong focus on teaching students a broad variety of methods needed in modern epidemiology. Students learn advanced and innovative epidemiological and statistical methods as well as other commonly used quantitative and qualitative methods.
- Expertise in clinical, genetic, environmental, and occupational epidemiology. Experienced lecturers and supervisors enable students to discover a wide range of research and work opportunities in various fields.
- Study at a University of Excellence. LMU Munich stands for innovative research and outstanding teaching. It is one of the few universities in Germany to be regularly awarded the title of "University of Excellence."
- Lecturers with profound expertise. We cooperate closely with numerous relevant local, national, and international organizations, benefitting our students not only when choosing an internship, but also in teaching. Lectures are given by experts from different fields with extensive experience in science and practice.
- International and interdisciplinary classmates. Our programme is international: about 70% of our students come to us from almost all regions of the world - with diverse backgrounds. Each of them contributes to the intercultural and interdisciplinary exchange in classes and beyond.
- Gain hands-on experience. Through mandatory internships and the master's thesis in our programme, students gain relevant experience prior to graduating.
- Live in one of the most vibrant European cities. In the heart of Europe, Munich is among the most vibrant, diverse, and popular cities to live in. In international rankings, it is regularly considered to be one of the most liveable cities in the world.
- A customizeable programme. Aside from the mandatory core modules, our students can largely customize their studies according to their interests by selecting from a variety of specialisations, elective modules, internship opportunities, and master's thesis topics.
- Opportunities for networking. The study programme, internships, and events organised for students provide numerous opportunities for everyone to connect with professionals from various fields of epidemiological research and practice.