Biostatistics

The MS in Statistical Genetics curriculum is designed to achieve the program’s competencies through courses totaling 36 credit hours and the capstone experience. The curriculum includes 30 credits of required course work and 6 credits of electives.

The required courses will enable degree candidates to gain proficiency in genetic study design and analysis. In rare circumstances, one or two required courses may be waived for students with demonstrated expertise in that field of study; however, students must still complete a minimum of 30 credits in order to be awarded the MS/SG degree. If a student places out of one or more required courses, s/he may instead opt to take a more advanced course in the same area or another elective course in Biostatistics or other discipline with the approval of the student’s faculty advisor.

Students wishing to waive one or more courses must request approval in writing from their advisors and the Director of Academic Programs.

Required Courses:

The required courses enable degree candidates to gain proficiency in genetic study design and analysis.

Electives:

Students also select 6 credits of course work from the list below. Other advanced courses from the Department of Biostatistics, other Departments in the Mailman School of Public Health, or elsewhere at Columbia may be substituted with approval of the student's academic advisor.