Biostatistics Concentration
The primary objective of the MPH Concentration in Biostatistics is to provide a strong foundation in Public Health with a focus on quantitative methods. Students choosing this Concentration should have a strong aptitude for quantitative reasoning and methods with a focus on public health.
Requirements
Biostatistics Concentration Core Requirements
All students enrolled in the MPH Concentration in Biostatistics must complete the Concentration core requirements listed below.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits | Pre-requisite Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOS 5201 | Categorical Data Analysis | 3 | BIOS 5200, EPID 5200 and either (BIOS 5202 OR BIOS 5204 OR EPID 5201) |
| BIOS 5202 | Applied Regression Analysis | 3 | BIOS 5200, EPID 5200 |
| BIOS 5203 | Survival Analysis | 3 | BIOS 5200, EPID 5200 and either (BIOS 5202 OR BIOS 5204 OR EPID 5201) |
| BIOS 5204 | Statistical Computing | 3 | BIOS 5200, EPID 5200 |
| Total 12 |
Biostatistics Concentration Electives
Students who enrolled prior to Fall 2019 can choose 4 elective courses. All others choose 3. Students may also opt to choose courses from other departments to satisfy the elective requirements.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits | Pre-requisite Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOS 5303 | Nonparametric Statistics | 3 |
BIOS 5200
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| BIOS 5304 | Design and Analysis of Clinical Trials | 3 | BIOS 5200 |