Master of Biostatistics

Program Overview

The Master of Biostatistics from the University of Sydney equips students to apply statistical methods in health-related research. The program is delivered through the Biostatistics Collaboration of Australia, providing access to top experts in the field. Upon completion, graduates are qualified as professional biostatisticians with strong career prospects in healthcare, research, and academia. The online delivery offers flexible study options.

Program Outline

Biostatistics is the application of statistical techniques to scientific research in health-related fields, including medicine and public health. Our course is designed to provide advanced biostatistical training for a diverse range of students. The program is suitable for someone who has a degree from a relevant discipline and an aptitude for advanced mathematics.

Outline:

You will learn how to apply and interpret statistical methods for scientific research in health-related fields, including medicine and public health. You will complete core units in epidemiology, mathematics and probability, data management and statistical computing, statistical inference, and regression modelling. You will also complete a biostatistics research project and elective units. The units in this course delivered as part of the Biostatistics Collaboration of Australia (BCA) are available fully online.

Teaching:

You’ll have access to the top biostatistical experts in Australia. Our program is part of the Biostatistics Collaboration of Australia (BCA) which offers students the opportunity to learn from experts in the field of biostatistics across the participating universities.

Careers:

At the completion of this course, you will be qualified as a professional biostatistician. You will play an essential role in: designing research studies, managing and analysing data, interpreting the results, developing new approaches and methods to analysing data. You will be well placed to obtain employment in a wide range of areas, such as: health and pharmaceutical industries, medical research, higher education and academia, government and non-government organisations.

Other:

The program is accredited by the Statistical Society of Australia. Graduates will be eligible to apply for accreditation as a graduate statistician upon joining the Statistical Society of Australia. 100% online course delivery allows flexibility to tailor your study schedule around your lifestyle. Discover a rewarding career in biostatistics - Life as a biostatistician is not just about the numbers - you will be involved in projects that are making a real difference to the health of communities. With an ongoing shortage of highly skilled biostatisticians in Australia and internationally, biostatistics graduates from the University of Sydney are in high demand.