Program Overview
The Interdisciplinary PhD program in Biostatistics trains individuals for careers in academia, industry, or government. The program offers two specializations: Methodology and Public Health. Students earn an MS degree in statistics en route to the PhD. The program emphasizes developing students' abilities to devise new methodologies and address applied questions arising from biomedical sciences and public health.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Interdisciplinary PhD program in Biostatistics aims to train individuals for careers in academic biostatistics, including roles in academia, industry, and government. The program emphasizes developing students' abilities to devise new methodologies and address applied questions arising from biomedical sciences and public health.
Objectives:
- To provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in biostatistics
- To train students to conduct independent research in biostatistics
- To prepare students for careers as biostatisticians in academia, industry, or government
Program Description:
The program offers two specializations:
Methodology:
Focuses on developing expertise in statistical theory and methods
Public Health:
Focuses on applying biostatistical principles to public health problems Students are initially admitted to the joint program and select a specialization after passing the Qualifier 1 Exam in their first year.