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Program benefits

Here’s what you can expect from our courses

Build Expertise in Biostatistics

Develop a strong foundation in biostatistics, statistical modelling, epidemiology, and public health analytics to solve real-world healthcare challenges.

Gain Hands-On Analytical Skills

Learn to collect, manage, analyze, and interpret clinical, biomedical, and healthcare data using new age statistical methods.

Master Statistical Computing Tools

Build practical expertise in statistical computing and data analysis using tools and programming languages widely used in healthcare and life sciences.

Explore Data Science in Healthcare

Understand how data science and machine learning techniques support clinical research, disease prediction, and evidence-based healthcare decisions.

Strengthen Research Capabilities

Develop research methodology, critical thinking, and statistical reasoning skills required to design studies and generate meaningful insights.

Prepare For High-Demand Careers

Build the knowledge and practical skills required for roles across pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations (CROs), hospitals, research institutions, and public health organizations.

Learn Through an Industry-Aligned Curriculum

Study a curriculum that combines theoretical concepts with practical applications, case studies, and project work to prepare you for the evolving healthcare industry.

Build A Pathway to Higher Studies

Create a strong academic foundation for doctoral research and advanced studies in biostatistics, public health, epidemiology, and other allied disciplines.

Program curriculum

  • Duration 24 months
  • Semester 4 semesters
  • Hours 15-20 hours/week

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Semester 1

Basic Statistical Methods using Excel

Probability and Probability Distribution

Programming with R and Python

Statistical Inference

Database Management

Semester 2

Linear Regression Models

Applied Multivariate Data Analysis

Categorical Data Analysis and Generalized Linear Models

Population Health and Survival Analysis

Design and Analysis of Experiments

Semester 3

Machine Learning Methods

Research Methodology

Data Visualization using Tableau & Power BI

Sampling and Sample Size Estimation

Time Series Analysis

Semester 4

Bayesian Statistical Modelling

Longitudinal Data Analysis

Demography and Vital Statistics

Capstone Project

Roles you can explore
  • Biostatistician
  • Clinical Data Analyst
  • Contract Research Associate (CRA)
  • Statistical Programmer
  • Epidemiologist
  • Healthcare Data Analyst
  • Pharmacovigilance Analyst
  • Research Scientist
  • Public Health Analyst
  • Data Consultant

Who can apply

Educational qualification Educational qualification

Candidates must have completed graduation in any discipline with Statistics/Mathematics as one of the subjects from recognized universities/institutions or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU)

Grades Grades

Candidates must have minimum 50% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade in graduation

Educational qualification

Candidates must have completed graduation in any discipline with Statistics/Mathematics as one of the subjects from recognized universities/institutions or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU)

Candidates who have completed 10+2 education or graduate level education outside India must produce a certificate of equivalence issued by the Association of Indian Universities

Grades

Candidates must have minimum 50% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade in graduation

Other requirements

Students & working professionals who are not Indian citizens or residing outside India and holding NRE, PIO status will be billed an international fee for respective degrees & may need to submit documents mentioned but not limited to CV, address proof, valid visa, PR card & passport copy as part of the application process

Admission Process

Program registration

Fill in your basic, education & work experience-related details and pay the application fee to register.

Fee payment

Pay the admission fee for the first semester/year or full program.

Document upload

Upload supporting documents & submit your application.

University approval

The university will evaluate your documents to confirm your admission.

ProgramFee

We offer flexible payment options that allow students to pay their fees in semester-wise instalments.

Total course fee

INR 160000

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INR 40000 each semester

EMI starting INR 6667/month*

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Total course fee

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Fee per semester

USD 500

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Financing & Scholarships

Avail easy financing options

We offer loans at low interest rates and part-payment facilities, ensuring that your learning takes the spotlight without the stress of financing.

Get attractive scholarships

Exclusive scholarships designed for defense personnel, meritorious students, differently-abled people, MAHE alumni, and alumni of degree colleges under Academy of General Education (AGE).

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Meet your faculty

Mr. Sudarsan is Assistant Professor at the Manipal School of Information Sciences. He teaches Multiple Linear Regression and Logistic Regression, Applied Multivariate Analysis, Probability & Statistical Inferences, and Programming with R & Python.

Mr. Sudarsan N S Acharya

Assistant Professor

Dr. Asha Kamath is the Associate Director of Prasanna School of Public Health and the Professor & Head of Department of Data Science. She is the guide for Ph.D. scholars & postgraduate Health Science students, Internal examiner for various UG & PG courses, and she provides statistical consultations for all levels of researchers.

Dr. Asha Kamath

Associate Director - PSPH; Professor & Head- Department of Data Science

Dr. Vasudeva Guddattu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Data Science of the Prasanna School of Public Health at Manipal Academy of Higher Education.

Dr. Vasudeva Guddattu

Assistant Professor

Ms. Keerthana B is an Assistant Professor – Senior Scale at Manipal School of Information Sciences, Manipal. She uploads sessional marks on the intranet and prepares annual reports of the students.

Ms. Keerthana B

Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

Dr. Ashma Dorothy Monteiro is an Assistant Professor – Selection Grade in the Department of Data Science of the Prasanna School of Public Health at Manipal Academy of Higher Education.

Dr. Ashma Dorothy Monteiro

Assistant Professor – Selection Grade

Dr. Vishwajeet Singh

Assistant Professor

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    Attractive Scholarships

    Scholarship Benefits for Eligible Students

    Category Scholarship Benefit Eligibility Criteria Documents Required at the Time of Admission
    Defence Personnel 20% Defence personnel or ex-servicemen with a minimum of 2 years of service in the armed forces Service letter along with service ID card
    Divyaang (For persons with disabilities) 20% Individuals with disabilities Disability ID card / certificate
    Merit 10% Aspirants with ≥75% (aggregate) at entry level qualification from a recognised board/university. Mark sheets of entry-level qualification showing aggregate percentage
    MAHE / Academy of General Education (AGE) Alumni 15%
    • UG/PG degree holders of MAHE / AGE colleges with ≥75% (aggregate) in graduation.
    • Alumni scholarships are available only to graduates of MAHE and do not extend to alumni of other universities of Manipal.
    		 UG/PG marksheets and certificate of MAHE / AGE colleges
    SAARC & EWC 40% Learners from SAARC/EWC countries. Valid government-issued ID or passport confirming nationality of a SAARC/EWC country
    Other concessions Discount Eligibility criteria
    Fee concession 5% Upfront payment of full program fee

    MAHE Select Scholarship
    Category Scholarship Benefit Documents Required
    Female Learners 15% Aadhar Card
    Doctors 15% For Indian doctors, MCI Registration Certificate.
    For foreign doctors, Medical Registration Certificate / License to practice as a doctor in the respective country.
    Corporate Employees 15% UAN Card, Organization ID Card, and Appointment Letter.
    Note:
    • MAHE Select Scholarship is applicable only to the first semester fee. It cannot be clubbed with other scholarship categories.
    • Only 1 scholarship can be availed by a learner at a time, whichever is higher.
    • Scholarship benefits will be applicable only semester wise.

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