Master of Biostatistics

所属信息

所属学校
杜克大学
所属院校
Duke School of Medicine

基本信息

项目时长
2 years
项目学分
44 credits of graded course work, a practicum experience, a qualifying examination, and a master’s project for which 6 units of credit are given
学费估算
$19,496.50/semester; $38,993/year

申请截止日期

  • 秋季
  • 常规
    1月4日
  • 其他

申请信息

托福/GRE Code
5156 【GRE Not Required for 2023 application cycle】
申请费
$80

TOEFL要求

83.00

IELTS要求

7.00

成绩单寄送要求

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成绩单邮寄地址

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推荐信要求

3

文书要求

1. Aptitude for Biostatistics and Bioinformatics: Most biostatisticians eventually focus their efforts at the intersection between their professional strengths and their interests. Please describe 1. Your strengths 2. Your interests and 3. Where within biostatistics you plan to focus your efforts.
2. Challenging Situation: Please write about 5 new things you learned during the time of the pandemic which are not academically-based.
3. Personal Experience: If I were to visit you in your hometown, what would you take me to see and why?
(750 words for each question)

Prerequisite

The minimum requirements for admission to the Master of Biostatistics Program include:
1) A bachelor’s degree (or the equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree) from an accredited institution.
2) Mathematics coursework through multivariable calculus and a strong interest in biological science. Linear algebra is highly recommended.
Incoming students must be well-prepared in terms of general mathematical and scientific background. Strength in mathematics is assumed. Prior coursework or other relevant experience in the biological sciences is not required, but will be advantageous and viewed favorably in admissions decisions.

申请材料

An online application + a non-refundable $80.00 application fee + official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended + three letters of recommendation + Optional GRE + TOEFL/IETLS

适宜学生

Those who are interested in biology, medicine, and other related fields
Those who are comfortable with mathematics
Those who desire to work with leading researchers in a vibrant biomedical research environment
Those who seek to begin or further a challenging career
Those who care about improving health
对生物学,医学和其他相关领域感兴趣;
数学能力较强;
有意向以后投身到生物医学研究中

特点

A dynamic approach that integrates analytical skills, biological knowledge, and communication proficiency
Early engagement with clinical and translational investigators
Active, learner-centered curriculum
Demonstration and practice in authentic research environments
培养学生将分析技能、生物知识和沟通能力结合运用的能力;
早期接触临床和转化研究者;
以学生兴趣、研究方向为主制定课程;
在真实的研究环境中积累经验;
有专门为生物统计学生所提供的就业指导与服务;
所有学生都必须完成一次实习,通常是在第一年暑假;
第二学年完成两学期硕士项目,加强学生对核心统计概念和生物统计学实践的掌握。
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