For students attending the course Biostatistics (6 credits) course code 5MT013
After this course, students should have an understanding of the fundamental statistical concepts and tools that are used for data analysis in modern research in molecular life sciences. Both theoretical and practical (hands‐on) components will be included. The course will complement other courses in the Master's programme that have a bioinformatics perspective.
On this page you will find the latest syllabus, link to schedule and contact details.
Syllabus
Information about the course
The course will take place between November 2, 2026 - January 17, 2027.
The written examination will held on January 12, 2027.
Other important dates:
- December 15
Please be reminded that even though there is no compulsory physical attendance between 2026-12-21 – 2027-01-06, there may be assignment deadlines and other types of learning activities during this period.
Approximately 2 weeks before the course starts, students with a course spot will receive an invitation to the learning platform Canvas. In Canvas, you will find all the information and materials needed to prepare for the course. All communication from the course administration will take place in Canvas. Log in to Canvas with your KI student ID. The recommended browsers for the best user experience are Chrome, Firefox, or Safari, or alternatively, download the app.
Registration
Registration to the course is mandatory. You register yourself in Ladok. The period to register is one weeks before the course start, up until two days after the start of the course. More information on how to register.
Schedule
Link to schedule in TimeEdit
Please note that this is a draft schedule, updated schedule will be published here no later than 2 weeks before the start of the course.
Course Analysis
Contact
Course administration
For all practical questions about the course - always contact the course administration through the above e-mail.
Responsible insitution
Keith Humphreys
Course managerKristina Leif
Course administratorCredit Transfer
Student who are admitted and pursuing studies at Karolinska Institutet are entitled to apply for credit transfer for previous education, work experience and other prior learning.
Ladok is used as the system support for applications for credit transfer for studies at first-cycle and second-cycle levels.
This means that, as a student, you apply for credit transfer via Ladok; all communication regarding your case takes place there, and you can follow the case and view the decision in Ladok.
Video on how to apply in Ladok..
Link to general information about credit transfer and the application process.
Photo: N/AProgramme Outline (for students who started the programme before 2023)
Programme outline for the Master's Programme in Molecular Techniques in Life Science.
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