MS Biostatistics at University of California, San Diego

Programme overview

The MS in Biostatistics is housed in the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, with core courses from the Teaching Division of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics. Training covers biostatistical methods and data analysis, including a practicum with oral presentations and an analysis report.

Faculty: Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science | Department: Biostatistics | Duration: 2 years normative (six quarters); maximum 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: La Jolla, CA, United States

What you will study

At least 60 units (typically 60-72): 36 units of core biostatistics (PHB 221-223, 243A/B or 293, 244A-C, journal club), 16 units of advanced biostatistics, 8 units of life sciences (PHB 200 plus one course), and a comprehensive master's exam.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University admission (graduate level): a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or the equivalent and a minimum B (3.0/4.0) average in upper-division or prior graduate work. Programme page (catalog): Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if admitted into the program); 3.0 GPA or above required for admission. Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if admitted into the program); 3.0 GPA or above is required for admission.

UC San Diego enrolls for Fall term only.

The graduate application fee is $135.

Apply through the official page: https://connect.grad.ucsd.edu/apply/

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