SM Biostatistics at Harvard University

The Master of Science programs in Biostatistics provide rigorous training in the statistical, bioinformatics, and data science methods used in biomedical and health sciences. The School offers three Master of Science programs in biostatistics—each designed for students with different levels of professional experience and educational goals. If you have questions, contact The Master of Science 42.5-credit program (SM-42.5) is designed for established professionals with master’s or doctoral degrees who are dedicated to improving the health of people everywhere through quantitative research.

Faculty: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health  |  Duration: On Campus (Fall start) • Full-time (1 year); On Campus (Fall start) • Full-time (1.5 years) • Part-time (2+ years); On Campus (Fall start) • Full-time (2 years) • Part-time (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

What you will study

Required courses include BST 220: Applied Regression Methods; BST 222: Basics of Statistical Inference; BST 221: Applied Data Structures and Algorithms; BST 223: Applied Survival Analysis; BST 226: Applied Longitudinal Analysis.

Career pathways

A Master of Science 42.5-credit (SM-42.5) degree opens an extraordinary number of pathways to a meaningful career. Graduates of the SM-42.5 program are trained to pursue careers in a variety of industries: The Master of Science 42.5-credit (SM-42.5) program is targeted towards significantly established research professionals.

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