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    MSc 1 year full time, 2 or 3 years part time

Masters Degree Description

  • Gain cutting edge skills in the field of health-related data; a rapidly growing area in which the UK excels with access to the largest biobanks, genomic and health services resources.
  • You will be taught by world-leading academics in genomics, epidemiology and health services research from mathematics, computer science and biomedical backgrounds
  • Flexible, interdisciplinary course designed for both applicants with quantitative skills interested in health, and students from a health background interested in data science
  • Opportunities for real-world research project opportunities with the NHS, pharmaceutical and health data companies
  • This course offers on employable, transferrable skills and focuses on Python – a coding language used across the technology space.

Entry Requirements

You will have, or be predicted, at least a 2:2 degree in a strongly numerate subject (e.g. computer science, mathematics, physics), OR a 2:2 in a health/life sciences degree AND demonstrate good programming ability in a modern computer language. Alternatively you will have strong skills in maths, computing or engineering, but not necessarily have a degree.

Computer programming ability will be assessed with a short simple test as part of the selection process. We will also use your personal statement and a short interview to determine which students receive full fees and stipend.

A personal statement, detailing your reasons for seeking to undertake this subject, will be required.

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