Welcome to MSc Health Data Science
The MSc in Health Data Science at Lancaster provides training and research excellence in Medical Statistics, Data Science and Global Health and aims to equip graduates with the necessary skills, knowledge and attributes for direct entry to professional health data science careers. The programme provides core training in computing (R and Python), statistical modelling, epidemiology and research methods, allows for specialism in Health Informatics or Global Health and provides the opportunity to complete a project as part of a placement with our national and international partners, which include the World Health Organization, the National Health Service, the Kenya Medical Research Institute, the Clinton Health Access Initiative, and more.
Data Scientists, data engineers and business analysts are among the most sought-after positions in the UK and internationally, and the health sector demand continues to grow.
Lancaster University’s MSc Health Data Science programme has been developed to address the growing demand for these skills in healthcare.
Potential career destinations for students graduating with an MSc in Health Data Science include, but are not limited to:
- Data scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and bioengineering industries
- Data scientists in the NHS and allied organisations
- Civil-service careers in national-level health agencies
- International health organisations such as World Health Organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières, and the Red Cross
