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Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Graduate Diploma

Duration 1 year full-time or part-time equiv.

SATAC Code 3GD016

2012
ATAR TBC

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  • Program Outline

    The Discipline of Public Health in collaboration with the Discipline of Statistics at the University of Adelaide offers high quality postgraduate coursework awards in Biostatistics through the Biostatistics Collaboration of Australia (BCA).

    The BCA is a partnership of leading Australian Universities offering professional training in biostatistics through (largely) distance mode programs. These awards would suit students wishing a career in biostatistics or those wanting to extend the training they received as part of a more general Public Health award.

    The organisation of the BCA program delivery is unique in the world. A student enrols for the award - Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, or Masters - at their "home" university, for example, the University of Adelaide. The BCA designates one university from within the Collaboration to deliver a particular course by distance to students around Australia, regardless of the university of enrolment. Find out how the BCA program works in a nutshell.

    The University of Adelaide, for example, teaches the course "Design of Randomised Controlled Trials" by distance to all students enrolled in the program at any partner university. The BCA programs are supported by the collaborating universities, the Commonwealth Department of Health and Ageing, state departments of health, and the pharmaceutical industry.

  • Program Structure

    Students complete 8 core courses in Biostatistics.

  • Assessment

    Project work, written assignments, practical work and/or exams.

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  • Admission and Fee Information

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    SATAC Code 3GD016
    Annual tuition fees
    Australian Full-fee place: $19,000
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry only.
    A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent.
    Additional Entry Requirements
    Applicants are required to meet an acceptable standard in Maths Proficiency. The selection process also considers qualifications/experience in a relevant field and includes an interview with the Program Coordinator. Applicants must contact the Discipline of Public Health on 8303 4637 to arrange an appointment with the program co-ordinator.
    How to Apply
    SATAC Code: 3GD016

    International applicants

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    Not offered to international students.

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

    Not offered to international students.

  • Study Plans

    The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2013 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    Core Courses - 8 courses

    Electives

    If candidates have the equivalent prior credits, they can choose to obtain one or more core course exemptions and substitute elective courses to the same unit value.
  • Career Opportunities

    The Graduate Diploma of Biostatistics will allow you to develop a specialist career role in health-related research or health services. Biostatistical expertise is in very high demand in many areas. Possible job settings include:

    • Medical and epidemiological research
    • The pharmaceutical industry
    • Government departments and agencies

    Potential careers

    Bioinformatics, Biomedical Scientist, Biostatician, Biotechnology, Biotechnology Engineer, Statistician

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    Please direct enquiries to the University Contact Centre
    Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)

    The annual Open Day and Information Night events provide an excellent opportunity to see our campus, meet with academics, and discuss your study options.

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