Degree overview

Fast-track your career in medical statistics

Our 80-unit program provides quality training by passionate academics. If you haven’t studied undergraduate mathematics and statistics, we offer the fastest route to gaining a Master’s in Medical Statistics/Biostatistics in Australia.

Career opportunities

Possible career paths may include:

  • Medical Statistician
  • Biostatistician.

Employers of Medical Statisticians and Biostatisticians include:

  • Universities
  • Government Departments (eg NSW Department of Health, Australian Institute of Health and Welfare)
  • Medical Research Institutes and Centres
  • Pharmaceutical Industry.

Master of Medical Statistics

Program Code 40157

CRICOS Code , Program Code 40157

Indicative fee1
Duration (FT)(PT)
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No current intake

This program is not currently accepting new applications.

Program Code 40157

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What you will study

You will learn to apply statistical methods to solve problems in professional practice.

Key study areas include:

  • Clinical Trial Design
  • Linear Regression Modelling
  • Probability Theory and Statistical Inference
  • Generalised Linear Models
  • Logistic Regression
  • Poisson Regression
  • Survival Analysis
  • Introductory Biostatistics
  • Longitudinal Analysis
  • Independent Research Project
  • Data Wrangling and Visualisation.
2025 Program Handbook

The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.

Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.

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