The Biostatistics concentration
in the Master of Science in Professional Science degree offers training in the
statistical methods applied to medicine, biology, public health, and the
development of new tools to study these areas. These methods involve using
mathematics to solve real-world problems that influence health decision
processes. Biostatisticians utilize their qualitative skills to work with
experts in related health and physical science disciplines to analyze,
evaluate, and interpret the results to better inform the field and turn complex
datasets into scientifically sound, actionable findings. Statistical areas of
study include clinical trials, experimental design, categorical and
longitudinal data analysis, large-scale public health data analysis, and
survival analysis. Biostatistics is a rewarding career, and the application of
mathematical and statistical methods in medicine and healthcare continues to
grow in demand.
Career Path
Reports from the Department of
Labor indicate an increasing demand for individuals with master's level
training with a specialty in science. MTSU is home to the only Master of
Science in Professional Science program in Tennessee and prepares
"business savvy scientists" for the 21st century job market.
Biostatistics master's graduates will ideally work as biostatisticians in
professional settings including health careagencies; governmental agencies such
as the National Institutes of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, and the Environmental Protection Agency; and the pharmaceutical
industry.
Middle Tennessee State University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
