University of Liverpool

Biostatistics

University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom

Course overview

Undertake research in cutting edge statistical methods and learn how these can be used in a wide variety of health-related applications. Projects range from state-of-the-art algorithm development through to applying statistical methods in ground-breaking biomedical research. The Department of Health Data Scienceundertakes high-impact research in statistical genetics, pharmacogenetics, joint modelling of longitudinal and time-to-event data, multivariate data analysis, stereology, multi-source evidence synthesis and clinical trials.We have a sustained track record of research funded by the MRC, Wellcome Trust, Horizon 2020 and NIHR, and are committed to excellence in methodological and applied research.

This provides an ideal environment for our postgraduate researchers to develop new methodological skills and applications to important health challenges in stratified medicine, infections, regenerative medicine and public health. Our strong links with civic health collaborators through ourCivic Health Innovation Labs (CHIL)provide excellent access to policy makers. This gives our postgraduate researchers a dynamic experience of using statistical methods to inform policy decisions.

We welcome proposals from potential students with their own topic ideas. We have expertise in supervising projects across a range of statistical topics including:

Key highlights

  • Research ranges from algorithm development to applied biomedical statistics
  • Expertise in statistical genetics, pharmacogenetics and clinical trials
  • Specialisms include joint modelling of longitudinal and time-to-event data
  • Research funded by MRC, Wellcome Trust, Horizon 2020 and NIHR
  • Civic Health Innovation Labs provide access to policy makers
  • Applicants are welcome to propose their own research topics

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 7 — 7.0 IELTS 7.0 overall, with no component below 6.0

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies

    The scholarship provides £5,000 towards fees, plus a £5,000 stipend, for students undertaking a Hispanic topic in any master's programme in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film at the University of Liverpool.

    Up to £5,000
  • Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary

    The successful candidate will receive a one-off fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Hodgson Law Scholarship

  • Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduates

    If you're an international student, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £7,000.

    Up to £7,000
  • Liverpool Law School Hong Kong Scholarships

    Two scholarships worth £1,000 each.

    Up to £1,000
  • Liverpool Law School LLM Bursaries

    Two bursaries worth £500 each for Home students. Two bursaries wroth £1,000 each for international students.

  • MA in Chinese-English Translating and Interpreting Scholarships

    Students awarded this scholarship will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Management School MBA Excellence Scholarship

    50% tuition fee discounts are available.

    Up to 50% of fees
  • Manuel Irujo Scholarship in Basque Studies

    The scholarship provides approximately £5,000.

  • MusicFutures Scholarship for International Intellectual Property Law LLM

    Up to five scholarships are available, each worth £12,500 in the form of a tuition fee discount.

    Up to £12,500
  • Peter Astaire Memorial Scholarship in Beatles Studies

    Up to two awards are available in each academic year, with each award worth £4,000.

    Up to £4,000
  • Scholarships for MA Political Science and International Relations

    The Department of Politics is pleased to announce two £5,000 scholarships for students wishing to pursue the MA in Political Science and International Relations.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Master's in Public Administration and Policy

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Education

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Film Studies

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in History

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Translation

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • University of Liverpool Humanitarian Scholarships for Master's Programmes

  • University of Liverpool International College (UoLIC) Excellence Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Biostatistician
  • Medical statistician
  • Postdoctoral research associate
  • Statistical geneticist
  • Clinical trials statistician
  • University lecturer in biostatistics

Cost of study

UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £5,238; Part-time: £2,619 | International: Full-time place, per year - £32,200; Part-time: £16,100

Admission

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