Overview

The Master of Science in Biostatistics and Biomedical Data Science (MSc BBDS) combines rigorous training in biostatistics, data science and AI with a strong focus on biomedical research and healthcare.  It equips students with the methodological and analytical skills to address complex challenges across the clinical and biomedical data spectrum.

The programme offers two tracks—Biostatistics and AI, and Bioinformatics and AI—providing specialised training in diverse domains of biomedical science. Courses are taught by leading faculty and data science practitioners from Duke-NUS Medical School and the National University of Singapore (NUS), combining methodological expertise with real-world biomedical applications.

Learning Outcomes

Apply Advanced Data Science Methods
Apply statistical, machine learning, and computational biology methods to analyse clinical and biomedical data for actionable insights.

Integrate Interdisciplinary Knowledge
Integrate knowledge from medicine, biology, and quantitative methods to address complex problems in translational biomedical and clinical research.

Communicate Effectively and Responsibly
Communicate analytical findings clearly to diverse stakeholders while applying ethical principles to the use of biomedical data and AI.

Who should apply

Our program welcomes local and international applicants with strong quantitative skills and an interest in biomedical and healthcare applications.

Programme Structure

Two specialised tracks:

📊 Biostatistics and AI
Focuses on biostatistical methods, machine learning, and AI applied to clinical, patient-level, and population-level data to improve patient care, optimize clinical trials, and strengthen health interventions.

🧬 Bioinformatics and AI
Focuses on computational biology and AI-driven methods to analyse high-throughput genomics and omics data, support drug discovery, and advance precision and personalized medicine.

Work with a faculty supervisor to apply advanced statistical and computational methods to address a real-world biomedical or healthcare research problem.

Application Now Open!

Aug 2027
Intake

1 Oct 2026 - 30 Apr 2027
Application period

- Apply early to secure your place! 
 - Batch releases from February through May 2027

* Tuition fees may be offset using SkillsFuture Credit
* Kindly e-mail msc.bbds@duke-nus.edu.sg for more information.

"At MSc BBDS, we train the next generation of biomedical data scientists to drive the future of biomedical discovery. Our curriculum combines methodological depth with the versatility to address a wide range of challenges across the biomedical data landscape, grounded in biostatistics, trustworthy AI, and computational biology. Through our collaboration with Duke University, NUS, and Singapore Health Services (SingHealth), students gain hands-on exposure to real-world clinical and biomedical data through coursework and their master’s thesis."

 A/Prof Fan Qiao & A/Prof Bibhas Chakraborty,
Programme Directors

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