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This course is one of the postgraduate (master’s or professional degree) programs offered by Kyoto University. It aims to cultivate biostatisticians who work at university hospitals and other research institutes.

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No, these terms are generally synonymous.

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The terms "course" and "department" refer to different entities. The Clinical Biostatistics Course is one of the SPH’s professional degree programs, which also include the Master of Public Health (MPH) Course and the Master of Clinical Research (MCR) Course. The Clinical Biostatistics Course is jointly managed by the faculty members of the Department of Clinical Biostatistics and the Department of Biostatistics.

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Graduates of this course are usually employed by hospitals, government agencies (e.g., Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency), universities, and public research institutions. While most graduates start or resume their occupational career immediately after graduation, some enter into doctoral programs for further study.

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If you are considering applying for admission, please first attend the pre-admission informational meeting for prospective applicants. Then, it is suggested you schedule an appointment to meet with the faculty staff for pre-application advisement before you commit to applying. The appointment for your pre-application advisement can be arranged at the time of the pre-admission informational meetings or the Open Campus events. Please check the Clinical Biostatistics Course website for updates to receive the latest information.

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Yes, students with a bachelor's degree in mathematics, economics, psychology, life sciences, or computer programming have been admitted. This course includes education in epidemiology and other medical and health topics taught at the SPH, and systematically equips students with the expertise required by biostatisticians.

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While some lectures may be delivered online, face-to-face teaching is the recommended mode of education of the Kyoto University.

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Theoretically yes, but you must carefully assess in advance whether you can commute to and from your home without missing any of the in-person classes held on weekdays.

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This is allowed as per the course admission policy. However, because ample time is needed for lectures, hands-on training, and Task Researches, all enrolled students should commit full time to the course. In the past, employees resigned or took a leave of absence to participate in this course.

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International students are required to complete certain pre-application procedures and they are encouraged to consult with the course's teaching staff at the earliest opportunity. The brochure entitled "Kyoto University: Admission Information For Students Who Have Graduated From Overseas Colleges/Universities. " is also recommended reading. Students may apply via the Admissions Assistance Office (AAO) process if appropriate.

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Please visit the Graduate School of Medicine and Faculty of Medicine website and check the information provided on the "Admission Guidelines and Application Forms " page . The admission guidelines will be updated annually in the spring. Please note that the information available before the updates relates to the previous year.

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Yes, you can obtain a copy of past admission examinations. Please inquire with the Graduate School's Student Affairs Section. If you are unable to visit in person, please contact us using the Contact form.

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It is against our confidentiality policy to disclose applicants' examination results or TOEIC scores.

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Yes, you have the right to apply to as many degree programs as you would like.