Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics

Program Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics from the University of Sydney is a one-year program that equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to become professional biostatisticians. This fully online program covers core units in epidemiology, data management, and statistical inference, with elective options available. Graduates are highly sought after for careers in medical research, academia, government, and industry, thanks to the ongoing shortage of skilled biostatisticians in Australia and globally.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics is a one-year full-time program (part-time option available) designed to train students to become qualified professional biostatisticians. It focuses on the application of statistical techniques to scientific research in health-related fields, including medicine and public health. The program is suitable for individuals with a degree in a relevant discipline and an aptitude for advanced mathematics.

Outline:

The Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics consists of 48 credit points worth of study.

Core Units:

• Epidemiology
• Mathematical Foundations for Biostatistics
• Data Management and Statistical Computing
• Principles of Statistical Inference
• Regression Modelling for Biostatistics 1

Course Structure:

The biostatistics coursework units of study are delivered fully online. Core units are offered in both semesters.

Teaching:

The program is delivered fully online, providing flexibility for students to tailor their study schedule. Students have access to top biostatistical experts in Australia through the Biostatistics Collaboration of Australia (BCA).

Careers:

Graduates are equipped with the essential skills to address the diverse and specialized needs of health and biomedical research. They are well-prepared for rewarding careers in:

• Medical research
• Academia
• Government
• A wide range of commercial industries

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Statistical Society of Australia.
Graduates are eligible to apply for accreditation as a graduate statistician upon joining the Statistical Society of Australia.
• The University of Sydney is ranked 2nd in Australia and 18th globally for public health (ShanghaiRankings Global Rankings of Academic Subjects 2023).
• There is an ongoing shortage of highly skilled biostatisticians in Australia and internationally, making graduates from the University of Sydney highly sought after.