Overview

Master of Statistics and Data Science at Hasselt University combines a solid study of principles of statistics and modern data science, with a focus on applications in the life sciences (e.g. clinical trials, epidemiology, public health, genomics, …).

Key facts

The Master of Statistics and Data Science is quite unique in the sense that (1) it offers a statistics education with a good sense of general data science, and (2) it offers a data science specialization with a very sound understanding of important statistical concepts and solutions.

In order to meet the needs of a broad population of interested students, five different programme profiles are available: on-campus, distance learning, shortened programme, VLIR UOS ICP and working student, but not all profiles can be combined with all four specializations.

The Master of Statistics and Data Science is an RSS accredited programme. In the 33 years of its existence, over a thousand students from all over the world have graduated and started a career in industry, government, research,

Programme Structure

Courses included

Concepts of Prob and Stat
Data management
Linear Models

From data to decisions
Programming in R

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

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Distance Learning Programme

Non-EEA Applicants - June 1

EEA Applicants - August 1 Belgian Citizens - August 15

Language

English

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Hasselt, Belgium

Disciplines

Statistics Data Science & Big Data View 4 other Masters in Statistics in Belgium

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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6.5

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General requirements

Holders of an international academic bachelor or master degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer sciences, chemistry, biology, life sciences, bio-, business-, civil engineering, medicine, sociology, psychology, artiﬁcial intelligence, biotechnology can apply for the programme.
Holders of an international academic bachelor or master degree in another discipline can also apply, provided they have successfully obtained an academic degree with at least one but preferably two courses in introductory statistics, and a sufficient background in mathematical and/or quantitative subjects.
Holders of Belgian academic degrees in the disciplines physics, computer sciences, chemistry, biology, life sciences, business engineering, medicine, sociology, psychology, artiﬁcial intelligence and biotechnology can apply for the programme. Their applications will be evaluated individually by the Examination Board.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

305 EUR / year

≈ 305 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

305 EUR / year

≈ 305 EUR / year

Living costs

Hasselt

Belgium

730 - 1150 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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