Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Biostatistics)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$9,396/Yr
CA$9,396 /Yr
- The University of Saskatchewan offers a Ph.D. in Biostatistics with a duration of 4 years.
- This course is offered on a full-time and part-time basis also. This program is provided both on-campus and off-campus.
- In this program, through classroom participation, laboratory sessions, biostatistical consulting, and research, students will have the opportunity to explore developments in theoretical statistics and the application of the theory in the life sciences.
- Biostatistics is the study of statistical techniques applied to medical, biological, and agricultural data.
- The program provides students with opportunities to study and conduct research in such areas as:
- Design and analysis of clinical trials
- Longitudinal data analysis
- Analysis of complex survey data
- Measurement error
- Survival analysis
- Computational statistics
- Multivariate statistics
- There are a limited number of scholarships available to students in this program.
- The faculty and student ratio for this program are 1:17.
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Important Dates
Applications are accepted year-round. Students may begin their program in January, May, or September each year.
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$9396 (CAD 9396) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room | CA$6624 (CAD 6624) |
| Food | CA$480 (CAD 480) |
| Books and supplies | CA$1192 (CAD 1192) |
| Other Fees | CA$1141 (CAD 1141) |
| Total Cost | CA$9437 (CAD 9437) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | CA$6437 (CAD 6437) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants have a master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline.
- A cumulative weighted average of at least 75% in the last two years of study (i.e. coursework required in master's program).
- Students must complete course content in Mathematical Statistics, Statistical Inference, or equivalent courses at the senior undergraduate level.
- Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants, whose first language is not English.
- Admission is offered on an ongoing basis until all seats are filled.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- The student has graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent.
- Students must have graduated from a university or college in a related field or equivalent.
Scores Required
- The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) results are not required.
Required Document List
Required Documents are:
- Transcript: Students must submit the official marks statements or transcripts that are provided by the college.
- Certificates: Certificates like High School or University/College Certificates are to be submitted of education qualification.
- Resume/CV: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and volunteer experience.
- Test Results: Provide proof of English proficiency, if English is not the first language in student country, as proof of IELTS/TOEFL result scores is to be submitted.
- Reference: The letters of recommendation, two of students referees must be academic contacts, and the third may be academic or professional
Career and Placement after Course
Graduates will have careers in:
- Design and analysis of clinical trials;
- Longitudinal data analysis;
- Analysis of complex survey data;
- Measurement error;
- Survival analysis;
- Computational statistics; and
- Multivariate statistics.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ms. Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 33,115/Yr$33,115 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per studentCA$ 20,174/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 3,500/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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Comments
The University Of Saskatchewan has a low acceptance rate for master programs. The acceptance rate for master’s programs including M.Sc Pharmacy program is 22% only. The admission selection is very competitive. Students with good academic performance are offered admission.
The tuition fee for the M.Sc Pharmacy program fo University Of Saskatchewan is CAD 9396 per annum for international students. Besides the tution fee, you have to pay fees for programs like health and dental insurance, a bus pass, and other campus services. The amount you need to pay depends on if you are taking classes full time or part time, and if you are on campus or not.