Biostatistics Major, B.S.P.H.

专业介绍

Biostatistics is a discipline concerned with the improvement of human health through the application and advancement of statistical science. The B.S.P.H. biostatistics curriculum consists of a strong mathematical foundation; advanced coursework in statistical applications, theory, and computing; and an understanding of the public health sciences.

The undergraduate major in biostatistics prepares students to apply quantitative methods to design studies, implement methods, analyze data, and interpret results across a range of disciplines. The degree provides an excellent foundation for continued studies (primarily graduate school in biostatistics, statistics, data science, or medical school). The job market for B.S.P.H. biostatistics graduates is outstanding, with previous students employed in a variety of fields including public health, pharmaceuticals, and medicine.

The biostatistics undergraduate program ranks among the top three in the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill system for Return on Investment (ROI), with an estimated lifetime ROI of approximately $2 million ROI UNC System Report. Our undergraduate biostatistics program is the largest in the US, having awarded more than half of all degrees in the discipline over the past two decades American Statistical Association Report.

Current Student Ambassadors welcome prospective student questions: Bios BSPH Ambassadors. Frequently Asked Questions are provided regarding admissions, curriculum and more: FAQS BSPH Biostatistics.

Admission to the program is required.