Master's in Statistics in Health

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Master's in Statistics in Health

Statistics to improve health and the quality of your care.

Statistics to improve health and the quality of healthcare. Biostatistics is applied in the study, development and research of various areas of Biology, namely Health Sciences, Medicine, Public Health and Epidemiology. It is, therefore, essential that professionals and decision-makers hold an interdisciplinary, comprehensive and consolidated knowledge that allows adequate response to the modern and complex questions that increasingly arise in the field of health data analysis, on a global scale.

This master's degree, unique in the country, takes place in a transversal research environment where students acquire fundamental theoretical and practical knowledge and skills to promote the quality of healthcare for populations.

Why this Master's?

  • Explores the most relevant statistical techniques for health applications, allowing data to be conveyed into useful information for society and decision-making;
  • Diversified offer of curricular units resulting from being a joint program between NOVA FCT and the NOVA Institute of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, with the collaboration of Nova Medical School, National School of Public Health, NOVA-IMS and the Faculty of Social and Human Sciences;
  • It is offered in a distance learning (EaD) format, more flexible and comprehensive.

Applications 2026/27

1st Phase: February 4 to March 27, 2026

2nd Phase: June 1 to July 17, 2026

3rd Phase: August 19 to September 4, 2026

Single application phase for international students: February 4 to March 27, 2026

Vacancies: 30

Duration: 2 years

Format: Distance Learning (EaD)

Language: Portuguese

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Course Coordinator: Isabel Natário (NOVA FCT) e Maria do Rosário Oliveira Martins (IHMT-NOVA), mests.coordenadora@fct.unl.pt

Academic division: mestrados@fct.unl.pt

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Program

The Master's program in Statistics in Health explores a diversity of distance teaching-learning strategies, with a strong component of the use of Information Technologies, statistical software and practical applications in real examples.

Curriculum

For whom

  • Holders of a bachelor's degree or legal equivalent in areas of Health Sciences such as Medicine, Nursing, Health Technician, Exact Sciences such as Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Economic Sciences, and related areas may apply, subject to assessment of the candidate's curriculum;
  • Holders of a foreign higher academic degree awarded following a 1st cycle of studies organized, in these areas, in accordance with the principles of the Bologna Process by a State adhering to this Process;
  • Holders of a foreign higher academic degree, in these areas, that is recognized as meeting the objectives of the degree by the Master's Scientific Council;
  • Holders of an academic, scientific or professional curriculum, which is recognized as attesting the ability to carry out this cycle of studies by the course's Scientific Committee.

Career opportunities

  • Experts in statistics within of healthcare for industry, governmental organizations, healthcare services, research and academia.

Testimonials

Heloísa Ribeiro

Heloísa Ribeiro

Hospital Assistant in Internal Medicine at the Entre o Douro e Vouga Hospital Center

"I chose the Master's in Statistics in Health at NOVA FCT because it allowed me, through an excellent curricular structure that met my expectations, to reconcile it with my professional and personal life. Furthermore, the Faculty enjoys an internationally recognized quality status and has a teaching staff, in the case of Master's in Statistics in Health, of unparalleled scientific and human quality, who accompanied me throughout the journey. Without a doubt, for those who want to delve deeper knowledge in this area, this course is an added value that I strongly recommend."

Diogo Ferreira

Diogo Ferreira

Clinical Trial Assistant, Parexel

"I chose NOVA FCT because it offered exactly the training programme I was looking for, aligned with my interests and professional goals. Additionally, a decisive factor was the flexibility of schedules, which perfectly fits my work routine. The programme covers a wide range of essential disciplines, providing a solid theoretical and practical foundation in statistics, specifically tailored to applications in the healthcare field. The availability and guidance of the teaching staff are also aspects worth highlighting! I would recommend the Master's in Applied Statistics for Health at NOVA FCT because the curriculum is comprehensive and up-to-date, covering both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of statistics in healthcare, making it an excellent option for anyone looking to expand their knowledge in this area."

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The Department of Mathematics at NOVA FCT is a permanent teaching and research unit of NOVA FCT. With over 70 PhD faculty members, the Department of Mathematics engages in a wide range of activities in the field of Mathematics, including teaching, research, promotion, and dissemination. It also provides lifelong learning opportunities and offers services to the community.

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