Division of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics

The Division of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics in the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science (HWSPH) at UC San Diego offers a Master of Science and a PhD in Biostatistics. 


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Master of Science (MS) in Biostatistics

The MS in Biostatistics involves training in Biostatistics methods and data analysis, and includes theoretical and applied classroom work in the core biostatistics courses, with additional electives in life sciences. The core courses incorporate classroom projects in data analysis pertinent to biomedical data, and introduce literate programming and reproducible research practices. A Practicum in Biostatistics course will train students in preparing and presenting statistical analyses, using data drawn from collaborative projects in biomedical or public health sciences, with required oral presentations and an analysis report.

The MS program requires the completion of at least 56 units of coursework.  The expected time for completion is 2 years (6 quarters).

 

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biostatistics

The mathematically rigorous PhD in Biostatistics and Bioinformatics involves training in statistical methods and data analysis, including theoretical and applied classroom work in the core mathematical statistics and biostatistics courses, with additional electives in life sciences. The PhD in Biostatistics program incorporates core faculty from FMPH’s Division of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, the Statistics group within the Department of Mathematics, and faculty from computer sciences within the Jacobs School of Engineering. A terminal en route Master’s degree will be offered to qualifying students who fail to complete the PhD.

The PhD program requires the completion of at least 64 units of coursework.  The expected time for completion is 4-5 years.