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Doctor of Philosophy in Biostatistics (Ph.D.)

Upon completion of the PhD degree in Biostatistics, graduates will be able to:

  • Acquire biostatistical knowledge and interpersonal skills needed to collaborate with health sciences investigators.

  • Formulate a health related question in statistical terms including appropriate hypotheses in order to develop appropriate statistical analysis plans.

  • Recognize important methodological issues through collaborative research.

  • Derive improved methods as solutions to methodologic problems.