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Institutions offering M.Sc. in Biostatistics and Data Science
Purbanchal University, under its Faculty of Medical and Allied Health Sciences, offers an innovative and interdisciplinary postgraduate program: MSc in Biostatistics and Data Sciences. This program is designed to develop highly skilled professionals capable of applying biostatistics and data science techniques to health sciences, biomedical research, and public health.
This is a pioneering program in Nepal that combines biostatistics, epidemiology, and modern data science tools to address real-world health and research challenges. The course duration is two years (four semesters), which includes coursework and thesis work.
The program follows a hybrid learning model, incorporating both on-campus and online classes to provide flexible and effective learning opportunities for students.
AIMS
- To produce competent biostatisticians and data scientists for healthcare & research.
- To contribute to evidence-based decision-making in medical sciences.
- To develop expertise in statistical modeling, data analytics, and research methodologies
This program is ideal for:
- An individual interested in health research, data analytics, AI, and epidemiology.
- Post-graduate in public health, Health Sciences
- Graduates in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, IT
Salient Features
- First-of-its-kind programme in Nepal
- High demand in health care, research, pharma, NGOs and global organizations
- Excellent career in national and international research careers
- Develops expertise in clinical research, epidemiology, health informatics, data science and AI.
Eligibility
- Bachelor's Degree (≥50% marks) in Medical Science (Medicine, Nursing, Laboratory Medicine, Pharmacy, Public Health, etc.), Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, and IT.
Admission Criteria
Selected Criteria
Selection will be based on:
- Entrance Examination (MCQs)
- Personal Interview
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must submit:
- Academic certificates (Self-attested)
- Citizenship copy & additional documents
- Application fee (NPR. 2000 voucher)
Fee
The total fee for the M.Sc. in Biostatistics and Data Science program at Purbanchal University for the 2026-28 academic session is NPR 215,000 which is distributed across four stages: an initial admission fee of NPR 70,000, followed by NPR 60,000 for the second semester, NPR 50,000 for the third semester, and NPR 35,000 for the final fourth semester.
Additionally, please note that according to the program's policy, there is no refund applicable for these fees.
Curricular Structure
Core Areas
- Statistics and Biostatistics
- Research Methodology
- Epidemiology
- Biodefinology (likely a typo, might be "Bioinformatics" or "Biodemography")
- Sampling Techniques
- Statistical Software
- Biovarian and Multivariate Analysis
- Clinical Trials and Survival Analysis
Elective courses
- Non-parametrical Methods
- Applied Data Science Computing
- Time Series Analysis
- Operational Research