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Overview
Developed by internationally excellent research groups in biostatistics, public health, and computer science, combined with a number of world-leading centres in strategic areas of health, the programme offers a rigorous curriculum with research-focused teaching, training, and development in health data science.
The Health Data Science programme from University of Liverpool will expose you to core health research, statistics and computer science modules, with the opportunity to obtain specialised knowledge along a statistics track, computer science track, or a combination.
By completing the first semester you qualify for the PG certificate. By completing the second, you qualify for the PG Diploma. Then, by completing your dissertation, you qualify for the MSc.
The programme is in a blended format using both online and campus based delivery. It is available on both a full-time and part-time basis.
Career prospects
Gaining skills to enhance employability is embedded in the curriculum. Potential employers are involved in the programme delivery, providing opportunities for you to engage with employers. You will have access to careers events (as networking meetings) with representation from academia, the NHS, industry and government agencies. Whenever possible, the dissertation projects will be linked with external partner organisations, exposing you to potential employment and career progression opportunities.
In addition, the University of Liverpool Careers and Employability Service has a track record of supporting students to gain employment, over 96% of our graduates find employment or further study 6 months after graduation. This dedicated service provides help writing applications, preparing for interviews, structuring curriculum vitae and accessing career coaching.
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Courses include:
- Health Research, Data and Team Science
- Statistics
- Database And Information Systems
- Using routine health data for applied epidemiology
- 21st Century Evaluation of Healthcare Interventions
- Actionable Analytics
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Health Sciences Data Science & Big Data Health Informatics View 48 other Masters in Health Informatics in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- The programme is open to graduates from degree courses with a substantial quantitative methods content (specifically statistics and/or computer science elements). We also encourage applications from health-related professions or those with non-standard qualifications, who will be considered on their individual merits.
- Some of the optional modules included in the programme require programming skills of a standard commensurate with an individual who has completed a first degree in computer science.
- The normal minimum entry requirement for this programme is a UK upper second-class degree or equivalent overseas degree, together with an acceptable English language qualification (IELTS 7 or equivalent, with no band less than 6.5).
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International
19000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 19000 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9500 GBP per year during 12 months.
- National: £9,500 for the full MSc. £6,350 for the PGDip, £3,200 for the PGCert.
- International: £19,000 for the full MSc. £12,700 for the PGDip, £6,350 for the PGCert.
Living costs for Liverpool
556 - 1035 GBP /month
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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