Enrollment Information
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MPH Biostatistics
Learner outcomes
Upon completion of this degree, the graduate should be able to:
- Apply basic statistical theory to current public health issues.
- Assist in design and implementation of research studies including formulating research questions, appropriate study designs, sample size, sampling scheme, data-collection methods and analyses.
- Critically review literature relevant to statistical methods and interpretation of statistical findings and identify strengths and weaknesses of design.
- Serve as statistical consultant to health professionals on research projects, communicate the results of analyses and write the statistical methods and results sections of a research paper.
- Select appropriate statistical methods to analyze data, establish and manage databases using current computer software (e.g., SAS, SPLUS, and SPSS).
Program educational effectiveness indicators
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Name |
Description |
Location |
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Midterm and comprehensive final examinations |
Examinations covering course materials for the term |
LLU campus |
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Research |
A written comprehensive paper |
LLU campus |
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Comprehensive examination |
A written comprehensive examination on five different STAT subjects |
LLU campus |
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Presentation |
Presentation of research by student after completion of research |
LLU campus |
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Course-evaluation forms |
Suggestions by students to improve delivery of course material and the design of the course itself |
LLU campus |
Program
The Master of Public Health degree Biostatistics Program includes courses in biostatistics, computer programming, and epidemiology; and a research project. No thesis is required.
The program prepares an individual for positions involving the collection, management, and interpretation of health-related data.
PREREQUISITE
College algebra, calculus (preferred)(one course)
Computer literacy (knowledge and experience in computer operating systems, especially the Windows environment; and some programming experience recommended)
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DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM UNITS REQUIRED |
(64) |
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Public health core courses |
(29 units) |
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ENVH 509 |
Principles of Environmental Health |
(3) |
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EPDM 509 |
Principles of Epidemiology I |
(3) |
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HADM 509 |
Principles Health Policy and Management |
(3) |
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HPRO 509 |
Principles of Health Behavior |
(3) |
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RELE 534 |
Ethical Issues in Public Health |
(3) |
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PHCJ 605 |
Overview of Public Health |
(1) |
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STAT 521 |
Biostatistics I |
(4) |
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HPRO 536 |
Program Planning and Evaluation |
(2) |
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GLBH 524 |
Issues in Health Disparities and Cultural Competency |
(2) |
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NUTR 509 |
Public Health Nutrition & Biology |
(3) |
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PHCJ 675 |
Integrated Public Health Capstone |
(2) |
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Biostatistics core courses |
(35 units) |
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EPDM ___ |
EPDM elective; must select either |
(3) |
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STAT 522 |
Biostatistics II |
(4) |
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STAT 523 |
Biostatistics III |
(4) |
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STAT 525 |
Applied Multivariate Analysis |
(3) |
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STAT 535 |
Introduction to Nonparametric Statistics |
(3) |
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STAT 545 |
Survival Analysis |
(3) |
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STAT 548 |
Analytical Applications of SAS |
(2) |
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STAT 557 |
Research-Data Management |
(3) |
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STAT 564 |
Survey and Advanced Research Methods |
(3) |
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STAT 569 |
Advanced Data Analysis |
(3) |
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STAT 594 |
Statistical Consulting |
(2) |
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STAT 694 |
Research |
(2) |
Research and forums
Students are required to attend a minimum of twenty forums in the School of Public Health’s Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics and/or Center for Health Research during their program. Attendance at these forums will be in addition to attendance at the public health seminars.
Culminating activity
In order to obtain a degree, the student is required to successfully complete a written comprehensive examination, as required by the School of Public Health’s Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics.
Contact Information - Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Web site: www.llu.edu/public-health/epibio
E-mail: epibiodept@llu.edu
Phone: (909) 558-4590