Statistics is the science which deals with the collection, classifications, and tabulations of numerical facts as the basis for explanation, description and comparison of phenomenon. Biostatistics is the term used when tools of statistics are applied to the data that is related to biological sciences such as medicines. Medicines is essentially an empirical science it depends on observation and not on theories or theorems. As a part of clinical practice, or research one may deal with observations systematically arranged called data. The process of converting data into information requires a special approach called Statistics. So the goal is to equip the graduates with the knowledge of statistical theory, data collection techniques and analysis that can be applied to study data and used in reporting results.

Course Pre-requisite

Statistics is a topic within applied mathematics. Students are encouraged to refresh their basic mathematical skills prior to the course, or alternatively, to be prepared to spend some extra effort on mathematics during the course.

Text Book

• Pharmaceutical Statistics Practical and Clinical Applications by Sanford Bolton Consultant Tucson, Arizona, USACharles BonBiostudy Solutions, LLC Wilmington, North Carolina, USA.
• Daniel, W.W, 2013, Biostatistics: A foundation for analysis in the Health Science .10th edition John Wiley and Sons.
   

Learning Objectives

        Introduction to Statistics provides students with skills for proficiency in descriptive and inferential statistics.

• The course shall give the students a basic understanding of the main topics  descriptive statistics, probability theory, estimation, and hypothesis testing
•  Be able to perform basic statistical calculations and graphical analyses.
•   Able to discuss and reflect upon ethical topics relevant to statistical methods.
• know the place of statistics in   medical Science

Class Time

• Every Monday from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM 
• Every Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM