Overview

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.

The Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics at University of Queensland is a two year part-time program designed for applicants who have completed an approved degree and at least one tertiary-level statistics course. You'll complete 16 units of study with a course plan tailored to your academic background. All courses are designed to refine your understanding of biostatistical concepts and methods.

Career possibilities

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

Biostatistician

Epidemiologist

Bioinformatician

Data technician

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematical Background for Biostatistics

Health Indicators & Health Surveys

Clinical Biostatistics

Data Management & Statistical Computing

Principles of Statistical Inference

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-05 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

16 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 9 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 5500

An approved degree, or:

A Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics from this university (or equivalent).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

Public Health or Health Sciences

Science

Speech Therapy

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23600 AUD / year

≈ 23600 AUD / year
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Citizens or residents

16280 AUD / year

≈ 16280 AUD / year

Funding

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