PhD Biostatistics at University of California, Berkeley

Many issues in the health, medical, and biological sciences are addressed by collecting and exploring relevant data. The development and application of techniques to better understand such data is the fundamental concern of the Group in Biostatistics. The program offers training in theory of statistics and biostatistics, the computer implementation of analytic methods, and opportunities to use this knowledge in areas of biological/medical research.

Faculty: Graduate Division  |  Department: Biostatistics Graduate Group  |  Duration: 6 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Berkeley, CA, United States

What you will study

Normative Time Requirements Since there are no unit or course requirements for the PhD, a program of courses appropriate to a student's background and interests may be developed. All students in the Biostatistics PhD program hold a master's degree in Biostatistics or a related field and those applying for PhD study who do not already hold a masters degree are considered for admission to the Biostatistics MA.

Career pathways

Graduates enter career areas including Health & Medicine, Law & Public Policy, Science & Research.

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