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Postgraduate Programme (MSc)

Introduction

The Master's Program in Research Methodology in Biomedicine, Biostatistics and Clinical Bioinformatics trains scientists in research methodology, applied biostatistics and bioinformatics, preparing them for careers in academic/research environments, information technology companies, and the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry.

General Information

The program provides theoretical and practical background for:

• the design, conduct, and analysis of clinical studies
• the processing and interpretation of biomedical (and genetic) data
• the management of biomedical data
• decision-making based on systematic review and meta-analysis

Key Features

• Duration of one year (beginning in October)
• A total of 10 modules and one dissertation lasting three months
• Three out of the ten courses in the program are offered online
• Ideal for long-distance workers, with a predetermined program of lectures
• Continuous assessment based on work activities and tasks
• Training in statistical packages (e.g., SPSS, R), computer programs (e.g., Fasta, Clustal, CATH), programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, SQL), and databases
• No prior knowledge of statistics, computer science, or biology is required

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee amounts to 3,000 and can be paid in two installments of 1,500.

Organization

The program is organized by the Department of Biomathematics, School of Medicine, University of Thessaly.

Program Details

• The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of research methodology, biostatistics, and clinical bioinformatics.
• The curriculum includes a range of modules that cover topics such as clinical studies, biomedical data analysis, and decision-making based on systematic review and meta-analysis.
• The program also provides training in statistical packages, computer programs, programming languages, and databases.

Research Areas

The program focuses on research areas such as:

• Biomedicine
• Biostatistics
• Clinical Bioinformatics
• Research Methodology

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in:

• Academic/Research environments
• Information Technology companies
• Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industry
• As CRAs, medical science liaisons (MSL), medical advisors, IT technicians, database managers, data analysts, statistical or bioinformatic advisors.