What Is a Biostatistics Course

Description: This course provides an overview of statistical methods for analyzing correlated data produced by longitudinal measurements taken over time. Topics include study design, exploratory data analysis techniques and linear mixed effects regression models.

Is biostatistics a difficult course?

Yes, they can be difficult, particularly if you have been away from studying for a time — as in practicing clinicians. If you are still in your undergraduate studies, I would recommend taking a statistics class while you are still in university.

What is biostatistics used for?

Biostatistics is used to determine how diseases develop, progress and spread. For example, biostatisticians use statistics to predict the behavior of an illness like the flu. It’s used to help predict the mortality rate, the symptoms and even the time of year people might get it [source: CSIRO].