Master of Biostatistics (Enhanced)

University of Melbourne

Australia, Melbourne

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University of Melbourne

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

Mix

Course Code

111031C

Campuses

Parkville

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 57,984 / year

Next Intake March-2026

Master of Biostatistics (Enhanced)

About

Overview

PLEASE NOTE: MID-YEAR INTAKE TO THIS COURSE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

The Master of Biostatistics (Enhanced) is a four semester course that provides advanced biostatistical training with a solid foundation in mathematics and probability for a diverse range of students.

Graduates acquire specialised knowledge and skills in the statistical methods used in health and medical investigations, with the necessary mathematical foundation to integrate sophisticated statistical understanding and specialised skills into their training.

On completion of the degree, graduates will have had the opportunity to complete a range of elective subjects, a research-based project under expert biostatistical supervision and will attain the required skills for employment as a professional biostatistician or for continuing to a research higher degree.

The Master of Biostatistics at the University of Melbourne allows students to:

Learn from leading biostatisticians at the University of Melbourne and Australia-wide
Benefit from a hybrid approach to teaching - subjects offered both face-to-face and online courses.
Attain skills for employment as a professional biostatistician in medical and public health research centres, universities, hospitals, government departments and the pharmaceutical industry

This degree is accredited by the Statistical Society of Australia Inc. (SSAI) and also provides an excellent grounding for those wishing to undertake a PhD.

Course description

Our 2 year (4 years part-time) course offers both on campus and online subjects, meaning you can benefit from interaction with local biostatistics experts and also have access to academic biostatisticians located throughout Australia via our affiliation with the Biostatistics Collaboration of Australia.

The Masters (Enhanced) program builds on the Master of Biostatistics with a further 6 months of study, allowing you to either undertake more depth in biostatistics or develop skills in the breadth of public health. The Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics is also available to study as a fast-tracked 1 year of full time study or 2 years part time.

Upcoming information session

Biostatistics Information Session: 2025 Mid Year Intake

When: Wednesday 14 May 2025, 5.00-6.00pm AEST

Hear from Course Coordinator, Associate Professor Emily Karahalios, and students in this interactive session to learn more about the program, student experience, career opportunities and much more.

Booking link coming soon

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission criteria

To be considered for entry into this course, you must have:

A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an approved university, in a directly related discipline, with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 70% (or equivalent)
Successful completion of at least one tertiary-level mathematics subject that incorporates elements of multivariable calculus and linear algebra, with a WAM of at least 65% (or equivalent).

You may be required to sit a test to elucidate any of the above.

Disciplines directly related to this course include statistics, mathematics, biomedicine, psychology, science, pharmacy, health sciences, economics, or equivalents.

Examples of University of Melbourne subjects that meet the subject prerequisite with a mark of 65% or greater include:

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks.

Don't meet the prerequisite subject requirements?

You may have the option to enrol in specific single subjects through the University's Community Access Program, even if you are not enrolled in a course. Completing these prerequisite subjects may qualify you for entry into this course. This option is not available to student visa holders or applicants. Learn more about single subject study.

You can use our graduate coursework grade conversion eligibility calculator to get an indication of whether you are eligible for this course based on your previous studies and Weighted Average Mark (WAM).

Calculate your eligibility

English language requirements

All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:

English language test score requirements
If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

IELTS

6.5

with no band less than 6.0
TOEFL

79+

with writing 21; speaking 18; reading 13; listening 13
PEARSON

64+

with no communicative skill below 60
CAMBRIDGE

176+

with no skill less than 169
*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

About selection

When assessing applications, the Selection Committee will consider your previous studies and academic performance.

The Selection Committee may request additional information to clarify any aspect of an application, according to the University’s Academic Board rules regarding selection instruments.

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

The Selection Committee may also require you to attend an interview and/or sit a test, and provide referee reports or employer references.

English Program Requirements

English language test score requirements

If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

IELTS

6.5

with no band less than 6.0

TOEFL

79+

with writing 21; speaking 18; reading 13; listening 13

PEARSON

64+

with no communicative skill below 60

CAMBRIDGE

176+

with no skill less than 169

*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

Career

With the use of electronic health records expanding at a rapid rate, biostatistical expertise has never been in more demand. Whether it’s helping to answer key questions around prevention of disease or treatment of patients, a Master of Biostatistics (Enhanced) at the University of Melbourne will build your practical skills for working with data and theoretical knowledge of statistics. This degree will set you on a trajectory to be a leader in the field.

Practical and research experience to build your future

During your degree, you will study key areas such as the importance of epidemiology in public health, statistical computing, and bridging the gap between the accumulation of health data and using this data to address important health questions. You’ll gain a strong understanding of how statistics can assist across a wide variety of health industries.

You will undertake your research project under the supervision of teachers from the world-class Melbourne Biomedical Precinct. This will enable you to specialise your biostatistical knowledge and refine your desired career pathway.

World-class education for worldwide careers

Aside from being an ideal stepping stone for further study with a PhD, the Master of Biostatistics (Enhanced) opens up a wide range of Australian and international employment opportunities.

While covering the necessary statistical theory throughout your degree, you will move to understand its application to current health problems around the world. Your skills as a professional statistician will prepare you for careers in environments such as:

Medical and public health research centres
Universities
Hospitals
Government departments
Pharmaceutical companies.

This Master of Biostatistics (Enhanced) is delivered in a blended and flexible structure, and can lead to accreditation with the Statistical Society of Australia (SSA) upon graduation, making you highly employable across the globe.