Master Program in Biostatistics

Biostatistics is the science of analyzing and interpreting biomedical data, from clinical trials to observational studies to systematic reviews. This requires the development of appropriate statistical methodology and its competent application. The Master Program in Biostatistics combines in-depth statistical knowledge with clinical/biological data and provides the skills for becoming an expert in data analysis and study design.

A specialized Master Program

The Master Program in Biostatistics is a so called specialized Master Program, implying that it is a useful and direct continuation of a (bachelor) degree in all fields that include quantitative aspects. It is offered by the Department of Biostatistics of the Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Prevention Institute of the University of Zurich (UZH) and is the only - to date - program for the training of biostatisticians in Switzerland.

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About the Program

Curriculum

Compulsory modules provide the theoretical foundations and their applications within biomedical research, while elective modules offer the flexibility to select a focus of interest.

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Application

Do you have strong analytical skills and a Bachelor or Master degree in a quantitative field? Find out how to apply for our Master Program in Biostatistics.

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Current Semester

Lectures of the Fall Semester 2025 start on Monday September 15, 2025.

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News - Activities - Events

Statistical Practice in Clinical Research

Tages-Anzeiger published on October 28, 2025 an article titled “Sterblichkeit nach Schlaganfall sinkt auf die Hälfte”, reporting on...

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New elective module

Prof. Katharina Kusejko is now teaching the elective module Statistical Methods in Infectious Disease Epidemiology.

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Winter School on Evidence Synthesis

The Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Winter School teaches participants how to independently conduct a systematic review with...

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