Johns Hopkins University

USA
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PhD

Environmental Sustainability, Resilience, and Health

Offered at Johns Hopkins University, USA
DegreePhD
FieldPhD ESRH
Duration5 years
Tuition68592.00

Overview

The Environmental Sustainability, Resilience, and Health (ESRH) track prepares doctoral researchers to tackle climate and environmental challenges through public health and engineering approaches. Students develop skills to study risk, design evidence-based interventions, and advance health equity in rapidly changing environments.

About this programme

Overview

The Environmental Sustainability, Resilience, and Health (ESRH) track at Johns Hopkins University is designed for doctoral researchers who are dedicated to addressing the pressing climate and environmental challenges facing our world. By integrating public health and engineering approaches, this program equips students with the skills necessary to analyze risks, design effective interventions, and promote health equity in rapidly evolving environments.

What you'll study

The ESRH curriculum emphasizes a comprehensive understanding of environmental health, sustainability, resilience, and health equity. Students will engage in a blend of core courses and specialized research preparation to develop their analytical capabilities.

Core learning areas

  • Environmental exposures & health: Explore topics such as environmental microbiology, One Health, and the impact of asthma.
  • Air quality, climate, and particulate matter: Study atmospheric aerosols, air quality dynamics, and climate-related issues.
  • Behavior, evidence, and policy: Delve into behavioral science, causal inference methodologies, and environmental policy frameworks.
  • Geospatial and built-environment health: Analyze geospatial data concerning the built environment, housing, transportation, and health implications.
  • Systems and sustainability: Investigate systems analysis, energy resources, and water sustainability practices.

Research preparation

  • Craft a research plan that aligns with the ESRH themes of environmental sustainability, resilience, and health equity.
  • Enhance quantitative and/or qualitative research methods applicable to health and environmental studies, including causal inference and geospatial analysis.
  • Implement your knowledge in a dissertation research project that contributes to the field (specific dissertation requirements should be confirmed with the department).

Entry requirements

While specific GRE/GMAT scores and GPA thresholds are not provided, prospective students should refer to the official PhD admission guidelines of the department for detailed expectations. English proficiency is a prerequisite for admission, and applicants must demonstrate their ability through standardized testing.

English requirements

  • IELTS (Academic): minimum 7.0
  • TOEFL iBT: minimum 100
  • PTE Academic: minimum 70
  • Duolingo English Test: minimum 130

Applicants are encouraged to check the department’s admissions policy for potential waivers or alternative assessments of English proficiency.

Career prospects

Graduates of the ESRH track are well-prepared for a variety of careers focused on environmental sustainability and public health. They may find opportunities in academia, governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and the private sector, contributing to policy development, research initiatives, and community health projects that address the intersection of environmental issues and public health outcomes.

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