Program Overview
The Statistics (Biostatistics) at San Diego State University is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 24 months, 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 mathematics & statistics. 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 Statistics (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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: San Diego, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Statistics (Biostatistics) programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:
- Actuary
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Financial Modeller
- Statistical Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Part 1 is the theory exam and students will choose any 10 questions out of the 14 to answer during the exam. The 10 questions that are chosen need to be marked clearly in the exam as well as on the exam envelope, otherwise the first 10 questions of the exam will be graded, regardless of whether any of the questions 1 through 10 are attempted by the student or not. The exam questions will not be marked as from specific course work, but they will be about statistical theory appropriate for a Master\x92s level comprehensive exam. Students are advised to review course materials from Stat 551AB, Stat 670AB, Stat 680AB, Stat 510, Stat 350AB, and other required and elective courses. This is a four hour closed book exam. Relevant tables will be provided. You are allowed 3 two-sided sheets of formulas. The sheets must be of standard letter size (11 inches by 8.5 inches) and if typed, no smaller than 12 point font. You may put only formulas on the cheat-sheets, no problems with solutions. You are required to hand in your cheat-sheets together with your exam.
- Part 2 of the exam is a written report of a data analysis project. Each student will be given a data set and corresponding scientific questions. Students will have one week to complete the data analysis and to produce a written report, not to exceed 7 pages. Collaboration on the data analysis and report writing is not allowed. Any collaboration will be deemed as cheating and result in a failing grade.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.85 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Students entering the master\xc2\x92s program should have three semesters of calculus, one semester of a calculus-based probability course, and one semester of linear algebra. Students should also have working knowledge of a computer programming language. Students lacking some of the above undergraduate background may be admitted conditionally and may make up this coursework during the first year of the program (these courses do not count toward the degree course requirements). Requirements concerning the GRE exam and GPA requirements are the same as for the other SDSU graduate programs. A GRE combined score (quantitative and verbal scores) of 950 and a GPA of 2.85 (3.0 GPA international) are expected.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2001-04-18
About San Diego State University
San Diego State University
San Diego, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months