Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics
Have a knack for numbers? Interested in statistics and health science?
Biostatisticians collect, interrogate, interpret and communicate data. They provide the specialised skills needed to draw useful conclusions from health-related research.
What will you do?
Our Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics is offered in conjunction with the Biostatistics Collaboration of Australia (BCA) and delivered entirely online. It is accredited by the Statistical Society of Australia. You will:
- learn from leading teachers and biostatisticians Australia-wide
- study statistical theory and methods in depth
- benefit from online learning to study where you want, when you want
- apply your learning to problems in professional practice
- choose from elective courses to deepen your specialist expertise.
Where could it take you?
You’ll be prepared for employment in medical and epidemiological research, and government departments and agencies. You could work for a pharmaceutical or biotech company. Perhaps you’ll go on to a Master of Biostatistics and help design and execute world-changing clinical trials.
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3GD016 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
| 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 School of Public Health on bca@adelaide.edu.au to arrange an appointment with the program co-ordinator. |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent. |
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Fees and Scholarships
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| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Australian Full-fee place: $34,500
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This is an Australian full-fee program. As a domestic student you may be eligible to:
- receive a zero interest government assistance package to cover your course fees and
- use over $100,000 in HELP assistance over your lifetime
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Careers
Career Readiness
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.
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