M5017 Graduate Diploma of Biostatistics
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Graduate Diploma of Biostatistics (M5017) is a 48-credit-point, graduate diploma course from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, taught at Alfred Hospital. Map your units semester by semester with the MonMap planner.
- Credit points
- 48
- Campus
- Alfred Hospital
- Off campus
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Overview
This course, offered by the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, provides a broad range of theory and techniques especially designed for health professionals wishing extensive upskilling in biostatistical methods. The course assists in understanding the mathematical background, theory and application of the principles of epidemiology and biostatistics in health and medical research. It also enables candidates to develop the analytical skills to become statistically self-sufficient.
Units in this degree are offered in conjunction with partner universities in the Biostatistics Collaboration of Australia (BCA), a consortium of leading universities in Australia established to jointly develop and deliver a distance-based program in biostatistics.
Course structure
Core48 credit points
- EPM5002Mathematical background for biostatisticsNo reviews yet6 cp
- EPM5003Principles of statistical inferenceNo reviews yet6 cp
- EPM5004Linear modelsNo reviews yet6 cp
- EPM5005Data management and statistical computingNo reviews yet6 cp
- EPM5007Design of randomised controlled trialsNo reviews yet6 cp
- EPM5009Categorical data and generalised linear modelsNo reviews yet6 cp
- EPM5014Probability and distribution theoryNo reviews yet6 cp
- MPH5040Introductory epidemiologyNo reviews yet6 cp
The handbook's description of this structure
The course comprises 48 points of core biostatistics studies. These studies will provide you with the core epidemiological, mathematical and statistical foundations required for biostatistical practice and study of advanced biostatistical methods. The units provide theoretical and practical experience in calculus, probability distributions, computing and statistical inference and are followed by applications of these principles to fundamental areas for biostatistics such as clinical trials and regression modelling.
The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.
The course comprises 48 points.
Note: You may be eligible for credit for a core unit from prior studies and you may elect not to receive the credit and complete an alternative elective unit in biostatistics in its place.
Units are 6 credit points unless otherwise stated.
You must complete:
- EPM5002 Mathematical background for biostatistics
- EPM5003 Principles of statistical inference
- EPM5004 Linear models
- EPM5005 Data management and statistical computing
- EPM5007 Design of randomised controlled trials
- EPM5009 Categorical data and generalised linear models
- EPM5014 Probability and distribution theory
- MPH5040 Introductory epidemiology
Learning outcomes
These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and Monash Graduate Attributes.
Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:
- 1
demonstrate a sound understanding of epidemiological study design and the theory and application of the major areas of biostatistics relevant to professional practice
- 2
identify the relevant statistical issues in practical problems in medical/health settings and to propose an appropriate statistical design and/or analysis methodology
- 3
collect and manage data, apply quality control procedures and handle data in an ethical manner
- 4
employ skills in statistical analyses to handle practical problems using modern statistical techniques and software
- 5
communicate practical biostatistical issues with clinical/health personnel
- 6
understand and explain methodological papers in the biostatistical literature
- 7
put into practice professional codes of conduct and ethical standards such as those of the Statistical Society of Australia
- 8
demonstrate the practical and technical skills needed to progress to further postgraduate studies in biostatistics.
Entry requirements
English language
Above Monash Minimum: Level A, that is:
IELTS: 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or TOEFL Paper-based test: 550 with a TWE of 4.5; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 79 overall with minimum scores: Writing 21, Listening 12, Reading 13 and Speaking 18; or Equivalent approved English test.
More information
Progression to further studies
Successful completion of this course may provide a pathway to M6025 Master of Biostatistics.
Professional accreditation
Students graduating with the Graduate Diploma obtain automatic accreditation status as Graduate Statistician (GStat) upon application to the Statistical Society of Australia.
Notes for students
Not available to international students.
Other information
This course, offered by the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, provides a broad range of theory and techniques especially designed for health professionals wishing extensive upskilling in biostatistical methods. The course assists in understanding the mathematical background, theory and application of the principles of epidemiology and biostatistics in health and medical research. It also enables candidates to develop the analytical skills to become statistically self-sufficient.
Units in this degree are offered in conjunction with partner universities in the Biostatistics Collaboration of Australia (BCA), a consortium of leading universities in Australia established to jointly develop and deliver a distance-based program in biostatistics.
Common questions
Where can I study Graduate Diploma of Biostatistics?
At Alfred Hospital.
How do I plan my Graduate Diploma of Biostatistics units?
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