Master of Science in Biostatistics Postgraduate Programme By Georgetown University |TopUniversities

Master of Science in Biostatistics

Main Subject Area

MathematicsMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Mathematics

Study Level

Masters

The master’s program with a focus in bioinformatics or epidemiology will provide integrated training in computational, quantitative, and biomedical sciences to support health-related research performed in academia, government and industry. Students will be able to implement their newly acquired knowledge via sessions in the computational laboratory and daily homework. Students will collaborate closely with DBBB faculty and biomedical scientists; they will be encouraged to apply and implement the methodologies and knowledge immediately in their work environment. All students are required to complete a total of 32 course credits. Full-time students can complete the program in three semesters (1.5 years) and are encouraged to complete a summer internship. The prerequisites required for the master’s program are Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, and a college-level statistics course. Alternative combinations of coursework and/or experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Career Possibilities Upon completion of the MS in Biostatistics program, the majority of our students have found full-time positions at private, not-for-profit organizations, government agencies and contractors. Others have gone on to PhD programs.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Mathematics

Study Level

Masters

The master’s program with a focus in bioinformatics or epidemiology will provide integrated training in computational, quantitative, and biomedical sciences to support health-related research performed in academia, government and industry. Students will be able to implement their newly acquired knowledge via sessions in the computational laboratory and daily homework. Students will collaborate closely with DBBB faculty and biomedical scientists; they will be encouraged to apply and implement the methodologies and knowledge immediately in their work environment. All students are required to complete a total of 32 course credits. Full-time students can complete the program in three semesters (1.5 years) and are encouraged to complete a summer internship. The prerequisites required for the master’s program are Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, and a college-level statistics course. Alternative combinations of coursework and/or experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Career Possibilities Upon completion of the MS in Biostatistics program, the majority of our students have found full-time positions at private, not-for-profit organizations, government agencies and contractors. Others have gone on to PhD programs.

Admission Requirements

7+
Other English Language Requirements: a TOEFL score of at least 550 on the paper based score.

Jan-2000

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