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OpenMaster degree (coursework)Natural and Physical Sciences

Master of Biostatistics

ProviderThe University of Melbourne
Course code: SIA-201236UniversityStudy area: Natural and Physical SciencesCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

The Master of Biostatistics at the University of Melbourne provides an advanced education in biostatistics. It encompasses the design of advanced experiments and the collection, summary, interpretation and communication of data analysis to health professionals. This degree covers all the necessary statistical theory, and the emphasis throughout is on the application and adaptation of computational analysis using current health datasets. The compulsory research project ensures that you are able to apply your skills to real-world problems. The wide-ranging elective subjects allow great flexibility in terms of biostatistics career pathways.

Entry requirements

Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.

Postgraduate entry

A bachelors degree (or equivalent) in a directly related discipline, from an approved university, with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 70% (or equivalent),

  • Successful completion of at least one tertiary-level mathematics subject, which includes elements of multivariable calculus and linear algebra, with a score of at least 65%.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Past Offers

Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.

Scored cases
Source countriesMalaysia
Common pathwayBachelor background
Target levelMaster degree
Offer fieldsAccounting and Finance
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MalaysiaBachelor background
Master of Management (Accounting and Finance)Master degree · Accounting and Finance · Offshore
GPA / 4.0GPA 3.26/4.0strong band · approx. top 15-20%

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

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