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    Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint)

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    Stockholm, SEMScIn-person2 years
    SEK 360,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    18%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    43
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits
    SEK 900.00
    App fee

    Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Stockholm, SE. Tuition is SEK 360,000.

    About the program

    Two-year program combining biostatistics and data science, covering statistics, computational methods, programming, machine learning, epidemiology, and medical research applications in biology, medicine, and public health. Includes mandatory courses, electives, and a final degree project.

    Focus: both
    QS Subject Rankings: 133

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    Deadlines

    Autumn 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL total score of 90 with score of 20 (scale 0-30) in the writing section
    IELTS
    optional
    Min English proficiency equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6. You can meet the requirement with an English test, for example an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 4.5.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months job search residence permit (Sweden)

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is SEK 360,000 across 120 required credits.
    Is Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology online or in-person?
    Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is offered in-person.
    How long does Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology take to complete?
    Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How competitive is Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology?
    Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology reports an acceptance rate of approximately 18%.
    How large is the Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology cohort?
    Biostatistics and Data Science (Joint) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology typically enrolls around 43 students per cohort.