Graduate Coursework Programs
Biostatistics
Biostatistics is the discipline that underpins the use of statistical methods in health and medical research. This three-tier program of courses, delivered in conjunction with the Biostatistics Collaboration of Australia, offers specialised training in biostatistics, with a strong theoretical grounding.
Graduates wishing to follow a program in Biostatistics can choose from the following options:
Master of Biostatistics
Postgraduate Diploma in Biostatistics
Postgraduate Certificate in Biostatistics
Those seeking biostatistical skills at a more pragmatic level should consider the:
Master of Public Health - with a specialisation in Epidemiology & Biostatistics or
Master of Epidemiology.
Master of Biostatistics
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| Suitable For: | Those seeking employment as a Biostatistician in medical and epidemiological research, the pharmaceutical industry or government departments and agencies (a workplace project is compulsory). |
| Structure: | 12 subjects, 150 points (9 core subjects, electives from 6 options, and a 1- or 2-unit workplace project). |
| Research Option: |
No |
| Study Mode: | Distance Education |
| Length/Mode: | 3 years - part time (maximum of 2 subjects per semester) |
| Fee Payment: | Fees |
| Mid-Year Entry: | Yes, subject to coordinator's approval |
| Articulation: |
n/a |
| How to Apply: | Local Applicant - International Applicant |
| For detailed course information, visit the Course and Subject Handbook. |
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Postgraduate Diploma in Biostatistics
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| Suitable For: | Students who wish to follow the same core program as the Master of Biostatistics, but without completing more advanced elective subjects or the workplace project. |
| Structure: | 8 subjects - 100 points (8 core subjects, electives available if granted exemptions from core subjects). |
| Research Option: | No |
| Study Mode: | Distance Education |
| Length/Mode: | 2 years - part time (maximum of 2 subjects per semester) |
| Fee Payment: | Fees |
| Mid-Year Entry: | Yes, subject to coordinator's approval |
| Articulation: |
Students achieving H2B (70%) in their first 4 subjects can articulate to Master of Biostatistics. |
| How to Apply: | Local Applicant - International Applicant |
| For detailed course information, visit the Course and Subject Handbook. | |
Postgraduate Certificate in Biostatistics
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| Suitable For: | Those seeking an understanding of the mathematical foundations of biostatistics and principles of epidemiology (or seeking to complete advanced subjects only after substantial prior study in statistics). |
| Structure: | 4 subjects - 50 points (1 core subject in Epidemiology, 3 electives from 14 options). |
| Research Option: |
No |
| Study Mode: | Distance Education |
| Length/Mode: | 1year - part time (maximum of 2 subjects per semester) |
| Fee Payment: | Fees |
| Mid-Year Entry: | Yes, subject to coordinator's approval |
| Articulation: |
Students achieving H2B (70%) can articulate to Postgraduate Diploma in Biostatistics |
| How to Apply: | Local Applicant - International Applicant |
| For detailed course information, visit the Course and Subject Handbook. |
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For more information, please contact the Course Coordinator:
Professor John Carlin
Centre for MEGA Epidemiology
Melbourne School of Population Health
Tel: +61 3 8344 0733
Email: john.carlin@unimelb.edu.au
Alternatively, Professor Carlin can be reached at the Murdoch Children's Research Institute:
Tel: +61 3 9345 6363
Fax: +61 3 7345 6000
Course administration enquiries should be directed to the Academic Programs Office.