Overview
Key facts
Biostatistics offered by the University of California, Davis, provides stochastic models and methods, algorithms, and graphical tools for the analysis of data from genetics, bioinformatics, and the medical, biological, agricultural, and environmental sciences. The program provides students with solid training in the biostatistical core disciplines and theory; state-of-the art knowledge and skills for biostatistical data analysis; substantial exposure to the biological and epidemiological sciences; and a strong background in theoretical modeling, statistical techniques, and quantitative as well as computational methods. Faculty interests include survival analysis; statistical methods for genetics, bioinformatics, epidemiology, and environmental research; longitudinal data analysis; analysis of biological shapes and trajectories; generalized linear models, estimating equations, model selection, and bioassay; and design for biological and medical studies.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics
- Applied Multivariate Analysis
- Statistical Computing
- Applied Statistics
- Biostatistics Seminar
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology Bioinformatics & Biostatistics Genetics View 1272 other Masters in Biology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Submit online application at Graduate Studies website
- Pay application fee
- Three letters of recommendation
- Fellowship Application
Tuition Fee
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International
11700 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11700 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
11700 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11700 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Davis
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Funding
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