The
master of science (M.S.) degree in biostatistics (pharmaceutical
biostatistics track) is offered by the Department of Quantitative
Methods:
Epidemiology and Biostatistics in Newark. The aim is to produce
thoroughly
trained
biostatisticians capable of applying the range of statistical analyses
that are
relevant to research and development in the field of pharmaceuticals.
Additionally, students in this degree program will graduate equipped
with basic
knowledge of the regulatory context within which pharmaceutical research and development
occurs,
so that they will be prepared to perform statistical planning and
consulting
more effectively within the real-world constraints faced by the
pharmaceutical
industry and other organizations involved in drug development.
M.S. IN BIOSTATISTICS (PHARMACEUTICAL BIOSTATISTICS TRACK)
CURRICULUM SUMMARY
(36 credits)
Students
seeking the
M.S. in biostatistics (pharmaceutical statistics track) degree must complete 36 credits of academic work
with an average grade of B or better, as well as complete a capstone project. This coursework is distributed
as follows:
- 9 credits in core areas of public health
- 21 credits of statistical and
epidemiological methodology courses required by the department
- 6 credits of required courses in background relevant to drug development
