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MSc Medical Statistics and Health Data Science
Clifton Campus
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Program Overview
The MSc Medical Statistics and Health Data Science program at the University of Bristol provides students with a comprehensive understanding of statistical methods and their application in the field of health data analysis. The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills to enable students to handle and interpret health data effectively.
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Core Statistical Methods: Students gain a strong foundation in statistical methods commonly used in medical and health research. They learn about probability theory, linear regression, survival analysis, longitudinal data analysis, and Bayesian statistics. These methodologies equip students with the skills needed to analyze complex health data sets.
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Health Data Management: The program focuses on data management techniques specific to health research. Students learn about data collection, data cleaning, and data integration methods. They also gain hands-on experience with statistical software and programming languages commonly used in health data analysis.
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Advanced Statistical Techniques: The program covers advanced statistical techniques relevant to health research, such as hierarchical models, multilevel modeling, and machine learning algorithms. Students learn to apply these techniques to extract meaningful insights from health data and make evidence-based decisions.
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Applied Health Data Analysis: The program emphasizes the practical application of statistical methods in health data analysis. Students work on real-world health datasets and learn to analyze and interpret the data to address research questions or solve health-related problems. They develop the skills to communicate their findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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Research Project: The program includes a research project where students apply their knowledge and skills to a specific health research problem. Under the guidance of faculty members, students conduct independent research, analyze health data, and present their findings in a dissertation. This project allows students to explore a particular area of interest and contribute to the advancement of medical statistics and health data science.
Location
Clifton Campus
Score
IELTS 7
Tuition Fee
£ 24900
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 65% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 85, with at least 20 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 65 with no individual score below 60.
- Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
The University of Bristol offers a range of scholarship opportunities to both domestic and international students.
- Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship: This scholarship is offered to high-achieving students who are starting their undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the University of Bristol. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and a maintenance allowance.
- Think Big Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to international students who have demonstrated exceptional academic merit and potential.
- Sanctuary Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to asylum seekers, refugees, and their immediate family members who are seeking an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University of Bristol. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and a maintenance allowance.
Graduates of the MSc Medical Statistics and Health Data Science program from the University of Bristol have excellent career prospects in various sectors within healthcare, research, and academia.
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Health Data Analyst: Graduates can work as health data analysts, responsible for analyzing and interpreting health data to support research studies, clinical trials, or healthcare management. They may work in academic institutions, research organizations, or healthcare companies.
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Biostatistician: Graduates can pursue careers as biostatisticians, applying statistical methods to analyze health-related data and generate insights that contribute to the development of medical treatments, public health strategies, or healthcare policies. They may work in hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, or government health agencies.
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Research Scientist: Graduates can work as research scientists in academic institutions or research organizations, contributing to the design and analysis of health research studies. They may focus on developing new statistical methodologies or applying existing methods to answer research questions in fields such as epidemiology, genetics, or clinical trials.
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Health Policy Analyst: Graduates can work in policy and planning roles, analyzing health data to inform evidence-based health policies and interventions. They may work for government health departments, think tanks, or international health organizations.
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PhD and Academic Careers: Graduates can pursue a Ph.D. in medical statistics or a related field and enter academia as researchers or lecturers. This path allows them to conduct independent research, publish scholarly articles, and contribute to the advancement of medical statistics and health data science.
