Master of Biostatistics

关于课程

The Master of Biostatistics provides advanced training in designing studies and experiments, analysing and interpreting health data, and communicating statistical findings to health professionals. The course emphasises applying computational and statistical methods to real health datasets, with a flexible selection of electives. Students also complete a supervised research project focused on a real-world problem.

你可能学到什么

Students develop advanced biostatistical knowledge and the ability to design robust studies, manage and summarise complex datasets, and draw valid inferences for health and medical research. The course builds practical skills in computational analysis and professional communication of statistical results. It also prepares graduates for professional practice as a biostatistician or progression to higher research study.

职业成果

Graduates are prepared for roles as professional biostatisticians and quantitative analysts supporting evidence-based decisions in health and medicine. Career pathways include medical and public health research centres, universities, hospitals, government departments, and the pharmaceutical industry. The qualification also supports progression into higher research degrees and research-focused roles.

Entry requirements

To be eligible, you'll generally need a strong background in a quantitative field such as mathematics, statistics, or a related science or health discipline, and an interest in working with real-world health data and contributing to medical and public health research. English language requirement: IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.

墨尔本的生活成本**

餐厅 （膳食，便宜的餐厅） A$ 15 - 20	每月租金 （市中心一间卧室） A$ 1,583 - 2,094	每月租金 （中心外有一间卧室） A$ 1,207 - 1,596
运输 （日常的） A$ 7 - 9	每月公用事业费用 （电力、移动和互联网） A$ 240 - 318

平均工资***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**来源：numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)