MSc Health Data Science and Statistics

The MSc Health Data Science and Statistics course at the University of Plymouth prepares students to address the challenges of working with health data to influence healthcare policy and manage health and societal healthcare outcomes internationally. It drives students to develop a versatile skill set to manage complex challenges in data analysis, health statistics, statistical methods, and evidence-based decision making. Course Content: The content of this MSc course includes learning about the basic principles of health data science, multilevel and longitudinal data analysis, high-dimensional data analysis, health economics, randomised controlled trials, and quality improvement through innovation. Additionally, the course covers advanced modules, including exploratory data analysis and optimisation, and applied statistical modelling. Key Modules: The key modules of the MSc Health Data Science and Statistics course are Principles of Health Data Science, Multilevel and Longitudinal Data Analysis, High Dimensional Data Analysis, Health Economics, Randomised Controlled Trials, Exploratory Data Analysis and Optimisation, Advanced Statistical Modelling, Quality Improvement through Innovation and a research-based dissertation. Future Careers: Completion of the MSc Health Data Science and Statistics course places graduates in a strong position for careers in a wide range of industries. They could pursue roles in healthcare or pharmaceutical industries, working as clinical data managers, statisticians, public health managers, epidemiologists, health economists, or quality and performance analysts. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.