Program Overview

The Master of Science in Applied Health Research (MAR) at the College of Medicine will provide scientists and clinicians with training in biomedical statistical methodology. Advanced statistical techniques will be combined with practical lab-based training. The R statistical language will be used for programming and analyses, conveniently taught through RStudio and Jamovi. This Master program is aimed at creating frontline researchers in Health science.

The two-year program will involve 42 credit hours:

Subject courses will include:

• Advanced Biostatistics
• Clinical Trials
• Clinical Data Management
• Qualitative Research Methods
• Real data analysis

In the 2nd year students will carry out a research thesis using advanced statistical methodology.

Vision Statement

Biomedical research is vitally important in the Kingdom and is consistent with the Kingdom’s 2030 vision. This Master of Science is the only one of its kind in the Kingdom and facilitates the development of a range of analytical and communication skills necessary to work in the broad domain of medical research and practice.