Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics
- Overview
- Course content
- Course Structure
- How to Apply
- Am I eligible for admission?
- Enrolment information
- Coursework fees
- Units of study
The Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics is suitable for those wanting a good understanding of the principles of epidemiology and some aspects of biostatistics.
You may find the Graduate Certificate a suitable option if you do not want to take on the full load of study required for the Masters or Graduate Diploma course, or if you did not qualify directly for the Masters degree. An option to upgrade from the Graduate Certificate to the Graduate Diploma (and then to the Masters degree) is available, on the basis of successful completion of 4 units of study.
The Graduate Certificate draws on the range biostatistics units of study offered via distance learning through the School of Public Health. Upon completion of the requisite units for this course, you will:
- be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the value and basic principles of biostatistical methods in health and medical research;
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of epidemiology and its biostatistical underpinnings;
- have acquired skills in data management and basic statistical analyses; and
- have developed the practical and technical skills to progress to further postgraduate studies in biostatistics.
The Graduate Certificate is a one-year part-time degree of 24 credit points. To qualify for the degree, students must complete 4 units of study (each worth 6 credit points), including:
- 1 compulsory unit - Epidemiology
- 3 units of study (18 credit points) of other biostatistics units.
How to apply - entry requirements:
In addition to the standard application procedures (including submission of the application form and required documentation and attachments), all applications for Biostatistics coursework programs must also include:
- a completed choice of biostatistics units of study form;
- a completed student contact details form;
- evidence of your aptitude for advanced mathematical work; and
- evidence of having passed an introductory statistics course.