Degree Programs

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Statistical Innovation

The University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health’s MS and PhD programs in Biostatistics allow you to discover and contribute to effective public health interventions by applying innovative biostatistics training and methodological insights into health-related research and professional service.

Master's Programs
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Master of Science in Biostatistics

The Master of Science in Biostatistics is an academic degree program for students with a background in calculus and a strong interest in public health.

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MS - Health Data Science Concentration

The Health Data Science (HDS) concentration emphasizes biostatistical theory and statistical computational methods for analyzing, processing and interpreting large-scale data sets.

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MS - Statistical & Computational Genetics Concentration

The Statistical and Computational Genetics (SCG) concentration emphasizes biostatistical theory and statistical computational methods for analyzing and interpreting omics data. 

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Doctorate Program

Doctor of Philosophy in Biostatistics

The PhD in Biostatistics emphasizes statistical theory and methods so that students are prepared to be effective statistical collaborators in interdisciplinary studies; and lead the design and execution of studies. 

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