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PostgraduateMSc

Health Data Science and Statistics

University of Plymouth
Plymouth, England
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1 yearDuration
£21,000Per Year (Intl)
£11,350Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in engineering and technology with the MSc Health Data Science and Statistics at University of Plymouth. Based in Plymouth, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. The interdisciplinary MSc Health Data Science and Statistics programme is a masters-level course that provides students up-to-date knowledge and skills in data analytics and health studies that much sought after by employers in the healthcare sector and beyond. Students will develop conceptual, technical and practical understanding on topics including big data, medical statistics, machine learning, as well as design and analysis of health studies. Modules will comprise a range of activities, including lectures and seminars, with an emphasis on practical work. International tuition fees are £21,000 per year, home/UK fees are £11,350 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £27,500 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Statistical Methods for Health Research
Machine Learning in Healthcare Analytics
Big Data Technologies and Applications
Clinical Trial Design and Analysis
Medical Statistics and Epidemiology
Data Visualisation and Communication
Health Data Science Research Methods
MSc Dissertation in Health Data Science
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£21,000

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£21,000

Home Student Fee

£11,350

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

25%Working
10%Studying
40%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
40%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth offers Health Data Science and Statistics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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