University of Southern California
Doctor of Philosophy in Biostatistics
The Doctor of Philosophy in Biostatistics in Health Professions is offered by University of Southern California.
The department offers a degree program leading to the PhD in biostatistics. The program is designed to produce biostatisticians who will have in-depth knowledge of statistical theory and methodology and the ability to apply this knowledge creatively to statistical problems in the biological and health sciences. All students will enroll in a set of core courses that cover both biostatistical theory and applications. Students will then choose from one of four tracks that will allow them to develop expertise in a specific area. The available tracks are: (1) biostatistics theory; (2) statistical genetics; (3) environmental statistics; (4) clinical trials.