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Overview
Biostatistics uses data to measure, understand and solve medical problems. This exciting and versatile discipline contributes to all fields of medical research and evidence-based healthcare. In this program, you'll develop critical analysis expertise, interpretation skills and the ability to apply relevant research findings.
The Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics at University of Queensland teaches the specialised application of statistics, including data collection, analysis and interpretation, to the field of health. This program is ideal if you're interested in advancing knowledge in biomedicine, public health, or the life sciences. You'll learn how to develop and apply statistical methods to different sets of health data, to make important contributions to research and evidence-based practice.
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Biostatistician
- Epidemiologist
- Data technician
- Bioinformatician
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Mathematical Background for Biostatistics
- Health Indicators & Health Surveys
- Data Management & Statistical Computing
- Design of Randomised Controlled Trials
- Mathematical Foundations of Biostatistics
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 87
Credits
8 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 10 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 87
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS Provider No: 00025B
An approved degree.
A degree in one of the following disciplines would normally meet the 'approved degree' requirement:
- Allied health
- Applied Science
- Behavioural and social sciences (Sociology, Psychology, Counselling)
- Biomedical Sciences
- Biostatistics
- Dentistry, Oral Health
- Development Studies
- Education
- Engineering
- Environmental Health
- Exercise and Sport Science
- Food Science
- Health Economics
- Health Management
- Mathematics
- Medicine, Medical Sciences
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Pharmacy
- Psychology
Tuition Fee
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International
20768 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20768 AUD for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
15200 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15200 AUD for the full programme during 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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