Doctor of Philosophy in Biostatistics
- Dikeni, South Africa
- Bhisho, South Africa
PhD
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Feb 2027
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Key Summary
About: A Doctor of Philosophy in Biostatistics at The University of Fort Hare provides an understanding of statistical methods and their application to biological and health research. It trains you to design studies, model data, and interpret variability in epidemiology, clinical trials, genetics, and public health, advancing statistical theory and methodology for disease prevention, health policy, and medical research.
Career Outcomes: Graduates move into research, academia, healthcare, and industry roles. Biostatistician, epidemiologist, medical statistician, data scientist, clinical researcher, public health analyst, statistical consultant, biometrician, genetic statistician, pharmaceutical statistician, health economist, research director, bioinformatics specialist, statistical programmer, professor, health data analyst.
About programme
A Doctor of Philosophy in Biostatistics provides an advanced, in-depth understanding of statistical methods and their application in the study of biological and health-related phenomena. This degree equips scholars with the theoretical tools to design and analyze complex data from medical research, public health studies, and biological experiments. A PhD in Biostatistics fosters critical thinking about data interpretation, variability, and the intricacies of biological systems, enhancing the understanding of patterns, risks, and outcomes in health sciences. By advancing statistical theory and methodologies, it contributes to the broader academic discourse on data-driven insights in fields like epidemiology, genetics, and public health, offering valuable contributions to the science of disease prevention, health policy, and medical advancements.
NSFAS
The NSFAS bursary is open to all South African citizens and permanent residents with a combined household income of not more than R350 000 per annum before deductions. For persons living with disabilities, the combined household income is capped at
R600 000 per annum before deductions. Visit the application section of the NSFAS bursary scheme to learn more what scheme covers and how to apply.
Funza Lushaka Bursary
Funza Lushaka is only applicable to those students that intend to enroll for the Bachelor of Education degrees. This funder enables eligible students to complete a teaching qualification in an area of national priority. For a full description of the Funza Lushaka Priorities offered by the Department of Basic Education and for further application information, visit the Funza Lushaka website.
COID Bursary
This is a scheme formulated by the Department of Labor in South Africa and addresses the Missing Middle students whose parents are earning more than R350 000 threshold. Students will be advised on when this funding becomes available so that they can submit their application.
Find Your Path to Success
Biostatistician. Professor. Researcher. Epidemiologist. Data Scientist. Medical Statistician. Public Health Researcher. Health Data Analyst. Statistical Consultant. Clinical Researcher. Biometrician. Genetic Statistician. Health Policy Analyst. Biostatistics Educator. Pharmaceutical Statistician. Quantitative Analyst. Research Director. Population Health Scientist. Health Economist. Data Science Educator. Risk Analyst. Medical Data Analyst. Bioinformatics Specialist. Statistical Programmer. Healthcare Researcher. Public Health Analyst.