Biostatistics (Concentration in Clinical Research and Biostatistics)
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityProgram Overview
The Biostatistics (Concentration in Clinical Research and Biostatistics) at Virginia Commonwealth University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Biostatistics (Concentration in Clinical Research and Biostatistics) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Fairfax, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biostatistics (Concentration in Clinical Research and Biostatistics) programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Biostatistical Consulting
- Clinical Epidemiology
- Nutritional Epidemiology
- Cancer Epidemiology
- Behavioral Epidemiology
- Statistical Methods
- Statistical Analysis of Biomedical Data
- Biostatistical Computing
- Linear Regression
- Special Topics in Biostatistics
- Research Processes and Methods for the Health Professions
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application to graduate study, including the Application for Virginia in-state tuition
- Personal statement submitted with the online application
- $65 application fee
- Three reference letters should be submitted through the online application
- Transcripts from each institution you attended are required to be submitted
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Jan, 2027
About Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, United States
public research university in Richmond, Virginia, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
