Masters degrees in Biostatistics: A program that focuses on the application of descriptive and inferential statistics to biomedical research and clinical, public health, and industrial issues related to human populations. Includes instruction in mathematical statistics, modeling, clinical trials methodology, disease and survival analysis, longitudinal analysis, missing data analysis, spatial analysis, computer tomography, biostatistics consulting, and applications to such topics as genetics, oncology, pharmacokinetics, physiology, neurobiology, and biophysics.
The MA program is intended primarily for the student with the equivalent of a B.A. who wishes to pursue advanced study in the theory and methods of biostatistics.
To earn the MA degree, students are expected to complete 32 credit hours with grades of at least B- in every course. Coursework must include the following six biostatistics core courses (24 credits):
-SPH EP 712 Epidemiologic Methods
-CAS MA 684 Multivariate Analysis OR SPH BS 805 Intermediate...
Biostatistics involves the theory and application of statistical science to analyze public health problems and to further biomedical research.
The faculty includes leaders in the development of statistical methods for clinical trials and observational studies, studies on the environment, and genomics/genetics. The department's research in statistical methods and interdisciplinary collaborations provide many opportunities for student participation.
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