Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics 12 months Postgraduate Programme By The University of Queensland |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

25,016 AUDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

31 May, 2026Application Deadline

Scholarship

4Scholarships

Programme overview

Main Subject

Statistics and Operational Research

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

Learn how to develop and apply statistical methods to different sets of health data so you can make important contributions to research and evidence-based practice.

Biostatistics uses data to measure, understand and solve medical problems. This exciting and versatile discipline contributes to all fields of medical research and evidence-based healthcare. In this program, you'll develop critical analysis expertise, interpretation skills and the ability to apply relevant research findings.

The Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics teaches the specialised application of statistics, including data collection, analysis and interpretation, to the field of health. This program is ideal if you're interested in advancing knowledge in biomedicine, public health, or the life sciences. You'll learn how to develop and apply statistical methods to different sets of health data, to make important contributions to research and evidence-based practice.

The Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics is a six month program that teaches core courses from the Master of Biostatistics course list. It's designed for applicants who have completed an approved degree and at least one tertiary-level statistics course. You'll complete 8 units of study with a course plan tailored to your academic background. All courses are designed to refine your understanding of biostatistical concepts and methods.

The program is enriched by the School of Public Health’s strong links with leading international agencies including Australian Aid, the World Bank and the World Health Organization. 

Programme overview

Main Subject

Statistics and Operational Research

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

Learn how to develop and apply statistical methods to different sets of health data so you can make important contributions to research and evidence-based practice.

Biostatistics uses data to measure, understand and solve medical problems. This exciting and versatile discipline contributes to all fields of medical research and evidence-based healthcare. In this program, you'll develop critical analysis expertise, interpretation skills and the ability to apply relevant research findings.

The Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics teaches the specialised application of statistics, including data collection, analysis and interpretation, to the field of health. This program is ideal if you're interested in advancing knowledge in biomedicine, public health, or the life sciences. You'll learn how to develop and apply statistical methods to different sets of health data, to make important contributions to research and evidence-based practice.

The Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics is a six month program that teaches core courses from the Master of Biostatistics course list. It's designed for applicants who have completed an approved degree and at least one tertiary-level statistics course. You'll complete 8 units of study with a course plan tailored to your academic background. All courses are designed to refine your understanding of biostatistical concepts and methods.

The program is enriched by the School of Public Health’s strong links with leading international agencies including Australian Aid, the World Bank and the World Health Organization. 

Admission Requirements

6.5+
87+
4+
64+

To be eligible for entry, you'll need:

  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.

31 May 2026
1 Year
Feb
Jul

Tuition fees

Domestic
17,256 AUD
International
25,016 AUD

Scholarships

UQ English Language Scholarship (ELS) 20 weeks free

UQ English Language Scholarship (ELS) 20 weeks free
Bachelors Master MBA Open

Value

100% tuition fee waiver

Deadline

31 Aug 2027

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

The University of Queensland

UQ International Excellence Scholarship

UQ International Excellence Scholarship
Bachelors Master Open

Value

25% tuition fee waiver

Deadline

31 Jul 2027

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

The University of Queensland

Scholarships for Sponsors COLFUTURO / ANID / BECAL / PRONABEC

Scholarships for Sponsors COLFUTURO / ANID / BECAL / PRONABEC
Master Open

Value

20% tuition fee waiver

Deadline

1 Jun 2027

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

The University of Queensland

High Achievers Scholarship UQ - 20%

High Achievers Scholarship UQ - 20%
Master Bachelors Open

Value

20% tuition fee waiver

Deadline

31 Jul 2027

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

The University of Queensland

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