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Department of Biostatistics
The Department of Biostatistics was established within the University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation sciences (USWR) in 1992.The department is located in USWR in the northern part of Tehran, Iran.
Our department is one of the first Departments at USWR. Each year the department admits international students for postgraduate programs. The Department welcomes students interested in all areas of Biostatistics, and departmental research in Statistical methods and consultancy service provides many opportunities for them.
What is Biostatistics?
There is no doubt that Statistics is part of our lives and statistical analysis is the most important tool in many fields. Biostatistics is an innovative science that involves the application of statistical techniques to scientific research in health-related fields, including rehabilitation sciences and has a central role in medical research.
Aims
The Department teaches a variety of courses and covers statistical research related to Rehabilitation (e.g. Audiology, Ergonomics, Genetics, Orthotics and Prosthetics, Physiotherapy, Social Welfare, Speech Therapy, Clinical Psychology, and Occupational Therapy). Our Department offers degree program at the master's level. The Master of Science program in biostatistics is based on a curriculum proposed by the Ministry of Health and Medical Education.
Our vision is to prepare the highest quality Biostatistics students in the world. And our mission is to introduce students with the latest world knowledge of biostatistics and to perform innovative research. Toward achieving the aforementioned vision and mission, our academic staff works incredibly hard to provide excellent research and dynamic education. Throughout this aim we work in collaboration with other universities at national and international levels.
Teaching
Based on a fully integrated curriculum that combines self-directed learning opportunities with high quality lectures and tutorials, we teach postgraduate
students. We will be pleased to help with design and analysis of studies, survival analysis, Survey design, longitudinal analysis, Bayesian methods, design and analysis of clinical trials, data analysis of other types and interpret of results, advice on statistical computing packages and workshops.
Research
Our experienced consultants have good collaborations with researchers in other departments and support to enable academic members, staff, graduate and undergraduate students to understand statistical analyses. They help to ensure that exactly the right skills are applied to each scientific research. When you are interested in doing some research in medical sciences, our department provides quick answers to many of your questions.
Services We Offer/Clinics
Our academic staff focuses on developing new methods and prepares individuals for consultant positions in Rehabilitation research. The material presented in this program is useful in helping them to interpret or carry out research in the future. They will be also able to provide advice as a member of a research team.
In addition to the Biostatistics MSc Program, our courses in biostatistics are also designed for students in Non-biostatistics at the USWR. They are required to take at least one course in biostatistics in the first year of their program. Students will develop a clear understanding of statistical methods and their applications.
Our People
A number of academics and administrative staff are the cornerstone in our departmental operations. They provide support for students and the program.
Contacts
Department of Biostatistics, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Koodakyar End Close, Student Blvd., Post Code: 1985713834, Evin, Tehran, Iran
Tel: (+98) 21-22180146
More Information
More information about our programs, staff and services can be found at the following link: http://biostatistics.uswr.ac.ir
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