MSc Applied Statistics in Health Sciences

at University of Strathclyde

Modules
 

• Foundations of Probability & Statistics
• Data Analytics in R
• Applied Statistical Modelling
• Medical Statistics
• Bayesian Spatial Statistics

• Minimum second-class (2:2) Honours degree or overseas equivalent.
• Mathematical training to A Level or equivalent standard.
• Prospective students with relevant experience or appropriate professional qualifications are also welcome to apply.
• For Australia and Canada, normal degrees in relevant disciplines are accepted.

The cost of studying at University of Strathclyde largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen. 

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay £23,200 annually, to study in University of Strathclyde.

Graduates from the MSc Applied Statistics programme have gone on to be employed in a number of different sectors such as:
 

• Clinical Trials Statistician at Usher Institute
• Data Analyst at Bending Spoons
• Associate Statistician at Thermo Fisher Scientific
• Biostatistician at Optical Express
• Statistician at Phastar 
• Statistician at Quotient Sciences 
• Information Analyst at NHS Scotland
• Statistician at Scottish Government