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    This document outlines a Master's programme in Biostatistics and Data Science. The 120 credit programme provides training in designing studies, statistical modeling, and data analysis methods. Coursework covers theory, methods, applications, and a degree project. Students choose electives and gain skills in communication, methodology, and ethics.

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    Programme syllabus for

    Master's programme in Biostatistics and Data


    Science, 120 credits
    Masterprogrammet i biostatistik och datavetenskap, 120 hp

    Basic programme information

    Programme code 5BD24


    Name of the programme Master's programme in Biostatistics and Data Science
    Number of credits 120.0 credits (120.0 ECTS credits)
    Starting date The syllabus applies to students who commence their studies in or
    after autumn 2024.

    Approved revisions of the syllabus are described under the heading


    Transitional Provisions.
    Decision date 2023-05-09
    Decided by Committee for Higher Education
    Reference number 3-1464/2023
    Specific eligibility requirements A Bachelor's degree or professional degree of at least 180 credits or
    the equivalent. The applicant must have completed a total of at least
    60 credits in mathematics, statistics, and programming, of which
    univariate calculus, multivariate calculus, linear algebra, numerical
    methods, probability theory and statistics, and programming with a
    high-level language must be included. Proficiency in English
    equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary school course English
    6/English B.
    Main field of study Biostatistics and Data Science
    Qualification Degree of Master of Medical Science (120 credits) with a Major in
    Biostatistics and Data Science (Medicine masterexamen med
    huvudområdet biostatistik och datavetenskap).

    The programme leads to a joint degree between Karolinska Institutet,


    KTH Royal Institute of Technology, and Stockholm University.

    A student who fulfills the requirement for the degree shall, upon
    request, receive a degree certificate.

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    Programme Code: 5BD24

    Outcomes
    Outcomes of second cycle education according to the Higher Education Act

    Second-cycle courses and study programmes shall be based fundamentally on the knowledge acquired
    by students during first-cycle courses and study programmes, or its equivalent.

    Second-cycle courses and study programmes shall involve the acquisition of specialist knowledge,
    competence and skills in relation to first-cycle courses and study programmes, and in addition to the
    requirements for first-cycle courses and study programmes shall:

    further develop the ability of students to integrate and make autonomous use of their knowledge,
    develop the students' ability to deal with complex phenomena, issues and situations, and
    develop the students' potential for professional activities that demand considerable autonomy, or
    for research and development work.

    Knowledge and understanding

    For a Degree of Master (120 credits) the student shall

    demonstrate knowledge and understanding in the main field of study, including both broad
    knowledge of the field and a considerable degree of specialised knowledge in certain areas of the
    field as well as insight into current research and development work, and
    demonstrate specialised methodological knowledge in the main field of study.

    Competence and skills

    For a Degree of Master (120 credits) the student shall

    demonstrate the ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge and analyse, assess
    and deal with complex phenomena, issues and situations even with limited information
    demonstrate the ability to identify and formulate issues critically, autonomously and creatively as
    well as to plan and, using appropriate methods, undertake advanced tasks within predetermined
    time frames and so contribute to the formation of knowledge as well as the ability to evaluate this
    work
    demonstrate the ability in speech and writing both nationally and internationally to clearly report
    and discuss his or her conclusions and the knowledge and arguments on which they are based in
    dialogue with different audiences, and
    demonstrate the skills required for participation in research and development work or autonomous
    employment in some other qualified capacity.

    Judgement and approach

    For a Degree of Master (120 credits) the student shall

    demonstrate the ability to make assessments in the main field of study informed by relevant
    disciplinary, social and ethical issues and also to demonstrate awareness of ethical aspects of
    research and development work
    demonstrate insight into the possibilities and limitations of research, its role in society and the
    responsibility of the individual for how it is used, and
    demonstrate the ability to identify the personal need for further knowledge and take responsibility
    for his or her ongoing learning.

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    Programme Code: 5BD24

    Content and structure


    The education aims to train specialists in analyzing and evaluating data as scientific evidence in
    medicine and life sciences. This includes an understanding of the principles of data collection and
    construction, methods of data analysis and their limitations, critical interpretation of results, and the
    mathematical framework that transcends the scientific context to generalize the results. These skills can
    be used to improve biomedical science and bridge the gap between theory and practice, requiring both
    an interest in and knowledge of the application area and proficiency in mathematical and statistical
    models and computational tools.

    To achieve these skills, students are trained in designing and conducting experiments and studies in life
    sciences, statistical modelling, and methods of statistical inference as well as data-driven methods of
    reasoning derived from machine learning and artificial intelligence. Students acquire such knowledge,
    skills, and abilities through the compulsory courses, which are distributed across all three universities.

    Semester 1 begins with courses that provide a solid theoretical foundation that provides prior knowledge
    for the upcoming courses. The second part of the first semester consists of courses in the main field of
    study, which also includes parts on ethics and scientific methodology. Semesters 2 and 3 include more
    in-depth courses in the main field of study, elective courses, as well as a course in computer-intensive
    statistical methods. Semester 3 also includes deepening in scientific methodology and ethics. In semester
    4, a degree project is carried out.

    Scientific knowledge, competence and approach

    The student is provided with the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge within the main field of study
    and advanced methodological knowledge, as well as training in independence in the courses Survival
    Analysis with Applications in Medicine and Degree Project in Biostatistics and Data Science.

    Skills and abilities to communicate effectively in both oral and written form, and to approach a scientific
    question with a correct methodological and ethical approach are trained in the courses Biostatistics 1:
    Introduction to Biostatistics, Biostatistics 2: Methods and Applications, as well as Degree Project in
    Biostatistics and Data Science.

    Internationalisation

    An international perspective characterizes all courses in the programme. All teaching is done in English
    by the teachers who do research in an international environment.

    Elective courses

    In addition to the compulsory courses that make up the structured study paths, there are also flexible
    study paths where students can choose 30 credits from a selection of elective courses. There is an
    opportunity for individual profiling, where the student deepens or broadens their knowledge based on
    their interests and the course offerings, by taking theoretical courses in statistics and machine learning,
    applied courses in statistics and machine learning, or by delving into different biological applications.
    During the elective periods, students must choose one (and only one) of the following elective courses:
    Modern Methods for Statistical Learning (7.5 credits), Machine Learning (7.5 credits), Statistical
    Learning (7.5 credits). Of the elective courses, a total of up to 15 credits can be at the undergraduate
    level.

    Other guidelines
    Grading scale
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    Programme Code: 5BD24
    Grades are set according to the respective university's guidelines. The grading scale for each course is
    shown in the course syllabus.

    Language of instruction

    The language of instruction is English.

    Specific eligibility requirements within the programme

    There are specific eligibility requirements for the courses within the programme. The eligibility
    requirements can be found in the course syllabi.

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    Programme Code: 5BD24

    Study plan with constituent courses


    Semester Course namne Credits Main field of study Cycle University
    1 Theory of statistical inference 7,5 First SU
    1 Probability theory 7,5 Second KTH
    1 Categorical data analysis 7,5 First SU
    Biostatistics 1: Introduction to Biostatistics and
    1 7,5 Second KI
    biostatistics Data Science
    Survival analysis with applications in Biostatistics and
    2 7,5 Second KI
    medicine Data Science
    First or
    2 Elective course 7,5 KTH, SU
    Second
    Computer intensive methods in
    2 7,5 Second KTH
    mathematical statistics
    First or
    2 Elective course 7,5 KTH, SU
    Second
    Biostatistics 2: Methods and Biostatistics and
    3 7,5 Second KI
    applications Data Science
    First or
    3 Elective course 7,5 KTH, SU
    Second
    Study design and analysis in medical Biostatistics and
    3 7,5 Second KI
    research Data Science
    First or
    3 Elective course 7,5 KTH, SU
    Second

    Degree project in Biostatistics and Biostatistics and


    4 30 Second KI
    Data science Data Science

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