MSc Statistical Data Science with an Industrial Placement

The MSc in Statistical Data Science is accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) and is excellent preparation for careers in any field requiring a strong statistical background.

Overview

The programme, which has recently been updated, trains professional statisticians for posts in industry, government, research and teaching. It provides a suitable preparation for careers in other fields requiring a strong statistical background. Core modules give a thorough grounding in modern statistical methods and there is the opportunity to choose additional topics to study.

Teaching and assessment

Assessment is through coursework involving: complex theoretical questions, analysis of real-world data using appropriate computing packages over a range of areas of application; written unseen examinations; dissertation.

Programme aims

• To give students the depth of technical appreciation and skills appropriate to masters' level students in Statistics.
• To equip students with a comprehensive and systematic understanding of theoretical and practical Statistics.
• To develop students’ capacity for rigorous reasoning and precise expression.
• To develop students’ capabilities to formulate and solve problems relevant to Statistics.

Careers

Students often go into careers as professional statisticians in industry, government, research and teaching but our programmes also prepare you for careers in other fields requiring a strong statistical background. You have the opportunity to attend careers talks from professional statisticians working in industry and to attend networking meetings with employers.

Recent graduates have started careers in diverse areas such as the pharmaceutical industry, financial services and sports betting.