Phd Interdisciplinary Health Sciences

Tuition fees are 22,000 USD per year.

Addressing the complex challenges of the modern healthcare landscape requires more than siloed expertise; it demands a sophisticated capacity for team science and collaborative inquiry. The Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Health Sciences at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) was established to cultivate researchers who can bridge the gaps between basic sciences and clinical practice, meeting the growing federal demand for integrated, translational research.

Research and Translational Focus

This program is designed for scholars aiming to lead in an evolving global healthcare environment. By integrating conceptual and methodological strategies from across health disciplines, students develop the agility to generate innovative research questions and implement robust study protocols. Graduates emerge as:

• Independent researchers capable of leading multi-disciplinary collaborations.
• Expert communicators skilled at translating scientific findings for diverse stakeholders.
• Educators prepared to train the next generation of health professionals.

The curriculum emphasizes the practical application of translational research, ensuring that theoretical knowledge directly informs health outcomes. Whether focusing on established health sciences or the specialized Medical Physics subplan—which holds CAMPEP accreditation—students engage in rigorous inquiry that challenges conventional disciplinary boundaries.