MS IN BIOSTATISTICS

  • Acquire knowledge and understanding of high level on statistical theory and practice;
  • Demonstrate high level of skills in the process of data collection & management and conduct appropriate statistical analyses to handle complex problems using modern statistical techniques and software;
  • Undertake innovative programs and research works in the relevant field;
  • Function as a leader and collaborator in a research team;
  • Develop skills in communication of health-statistical issues with clinical/health personnel and the presentation of statistical results in a format suitable for publication in health-related journals or professional reports;
  • Function as teacher and trainer in the concerned fields.

The program aims to prepare specialist Biostatisticians capable of appropriately using statistical methods in the field of health sciences including Public Health and Medicine. The graduates are expected to be able to conduct research and provide necessary assistance in policy formulation, planning of health services & care and program evaluations for decision making. They should also be able to function as teachers, trainers and consultants.

Seventy (70 ) Credits and 1.5 Years

Each new Program will commence in Fall and Spring in every year (02 intakes per year).

  • Honours in Statistics/Mathematics, Biological sciences, Social sciences, Epidemiology/Biostatistics, other disciplines with exposure to basic statistics at graduation level;
  • Graduates in Health care or Biomedicine (MBBS, BDS or its equivalent recognized by the BMDC plus one year in service training) from any recognized university in Bangladesh;
    Foreign students with equivalent qualifications. Equivalence will be decided by a Committee called ‘Equivalence Committee’ formed by the Academic Council of BUHS

At the end of the Program the students will be able to get a job in various sectors such as: NGO, Development Agencies, Public Health Programs of the Government, Hospitals and Health Care Projects.