MSc Data Science and Statistics (Health) with Placement Year
Course Overview
This course provides a strong mathematical foundation in data science and statistics, specifically applied to healthcare challenges. You'll master analytical methodologies and programming skills to interpret, analyze, and evaluate real-world health data. The program is designed to equip you with the skills sought after by employers in the healthcare, biopharmaceutical, and public sectors.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain a strong, dual foundation in both data science and statistics, opening doors to a wide range of high-demand careers.
- Master key analytical methodologies and programming languages, including machine learning, statistical modelling, Python, and R.
- Benefit from a year-long, hands-on unit in Applied Health Data Science, focusing on real-life healthcare problems.
- Undertake an intensive research project in collaboration with academics engaged in cutting-edge, health-related research.
- Enhance your employability with an optional 12-month placement with a leading company or public sector body.
Course Overview
This course provides a strong mathematical foundation in data science and statistics, specifically applied to healthcare challenges. You'll master analytical methodologies and programming skills to interpret, analyze, and evaluate real-world health data. The program is designed to equip you with the skills sought after by employers in the healthcare, biopharmaceutical, and public sectors.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain a strong, dual foundation in both data science and statistics, opening doors to a wide range of high-demand careers.
- Master key analytical methodologies and programming languages, including machine learning, statistical modelling, Python, and R.
- Benefit from a year-long, hands-on unit in Applied Health Data Science, focusing on real-life healthcare problems.
- Undertake an intensive research project in collaboration with academics engaged in cutting-edge, health-related research.
- Enhance your employability with an optional 12-month placement with a leading company or public sector body.