Overview
The Master in Biostatistics at the Faculty of Sciences, University of Lisbon, provides a theoretical basis in probability and statistics in addition to innovative hands-on learning experiences. It gives you the appropriate tools to pursue a career in research institutions, the pharmaceutical industry and regulatory agencies, the healthcare system, and consulting companies.
Key facts:
A highly specialized faculty has designed this course to provide initially a theoretical basis in probability and statistics, followed by an intensive exposure in chairs options, a wide range of methodologies and specific statistical techniques.
At the end of the course, students will be prepared to: select experimental plans to answer questions of a medical or biological nature; select and apply statistical techniques to analyze and model the data types that arise in these areas; use of varied software for statistical analysis and interpret the results; communicate effectively with statisticians and professionals in the areas cited by oral or written presentations on the results of statistical analysis or exploration of new techniques.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Multivariate Data Analysis
Biostatistics Laboratory
Analysis of Variance and Regression
Complements of Biostatistics
Probability Models and Stochastic Processes
Biostatistics Seminar
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biotechnology Statistics Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 9 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in PortugalAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Students with Graduation in Biology, Medicine or other Health Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics can apply.
Applicants must be proficient in English (spoken and written).
More information on general requirements can be found at:
https://ciencias.ulisboa.pt/en/international-students
and
https://ciencias.ulisboa.pt/en/ciencias-incoming
Tuition Fee
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International
7000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7000 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
1060 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1060 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Lisbon
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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.