Accredited in the first quarter of 2024, Indianoceania’s first Master’s degree in Field Epidemiology was officially launched in July 2024.
Supported by the Agence française de développement and the European Union, this Master’s degree is a major outcome of the SEGA – One Health Network.

Why this Master’s degree?

This Master’s degree in field epidemiology is not simply a new academic offering, but a strategic response to the region’s health challenges.
It is piloted by the Indian Ocean Centre for Disease Control and Prevention – One Health (CDC-OH-IO), which coordinates the IOC‘s SEGA – One Health Network.
The Mauritius Institute of Health is responsible for academic support and graduation.

Epidemics pose constant and growing challenges. The aim of this Master’s degree in field epidemiology is to prepare a new generation of experts capable of responding effectively to future health crises.

Although the region already benefits from the FETP-Frontline, this new Master’s program stands out for its duration and comprehensive content.
In fact, this Master’s offers a two-year course incorporating advanced skills in epidemiological surveillance, data analysis, research methodology and ethics.

The training program consists of 25% theory and 75% practice. It includes internships, tutored projects and a dissertation.
Learners will benefit from the expertise of some fifty specialists from institutions such as :

  • National Institute of Public and Community Health
  • Réunion Island Regional Health Agency
  • CIRAD
  • Santé Publique France
  • Institut Pasteur de Madagascar

CDC-OH-IO experts also provide part of the teaching.

Developing solid regional expertise

Unlike conventional training courses, this Master’s program is aimed specifically at health professionals in the region. 18 participants from the Ministries of Health, Livestock and the Environment have been selected for this first cohort.
This Master’s degree in field epidemiology represents more than just academic training. Indeed, it is an investment in the region’s health future.