Course details
Course description
Our online MSc in Applied Statistics with Data Science is a conversion course, offering the opportunity to develop skills in statistics and data analysis even if you have never studied statistics before. You will be supported through this three-year part-time programme by members of staff who work directly with industry to develop skills which are relevant to current areas of research including population health and medicine, animal and plant health, finance and business. Over the three years, our students gain skills in:
- problem-solving
- big data technologies
- the use of statistical software for data analysis and reporting
- Python and R programming for data analysis
- cloud storage systems
The course is entirely delivered online. The course is ideally suited to those working full-time or with other commitments. You can study and complete the modules when it’s most convenient for you – you don’t need to be online at specific times.
The course has been designed by academics who also work as statisticians in the public sector, who are experts in understanding real-life statistical problems, data, and relating theory to practice.
The skills set provided will also equip you with the necessary training to work as an applied statistician or data analyst/scientist in a broad range of areas including health, insurance, finance, and social sciences.
Subjects
- Applied statistics
- Statistics
Entry requirements
Minimum second-class 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. You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5).
Course options
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1st Jan 2024 to 1st Jan 2027
Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.
Venue details
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ
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Part time
1st Sep 2023 to 1st Sep 2026
Cost: £3,850.00 (ex. VAT)
Venue details
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ
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1st Jan 2024 to 1st Jan 2026
Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.
Venue details
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ
Course details
Part time
1st Sep 2023 to 1st Sep 2025
Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.
Venue details
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ