Overview
Biostatistics at University of California, Davis provides stochastic models and methods, algorithms, and graphical tools for the analysis of data from genetics, bioinformatics, and the medical, biological, agricultural, and environmental sciences.
Features
Students graduate with the qualitative and quantitative skills necessary for professional research and teaching in providing stochastic models and methods, algorithms and graphical tools for the analysis of data for a variety of life-sciences fields.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Bioinformatics
- Epidemiology And Environmental Research
- Longitudinal Data Analysis
- Analysis Of Biological Shapes And Trajectories
- Generalized Linear Models
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- An undergraduate major in mathematics or statistics is typical for Biostatistics graduate students, but is not required.
- However, because of the mathematical nature of some of the graduate coursework, students should be able to demonstrate good mathematical ability.
- Students should also demonstrate some exposure to courses in the life sciences (biological, environmental, medical and agricultural sciences).
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (applies to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country): 43,098 AUD / year (≈ 30,691 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 43,098 AUD / year (≈ 30,691 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 18,452 AUD / year (≈ 13,140 USD / year)
Living costs
Davis, United States: 1,545-2,247 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Duration
Full-time: 60 months
Start date: September 2027 (apply before Dec 2026)
Language: English
Delivered: On Campus
Campus Location: Davis, United States