MSc Statistics with Data Science
University of Edinburgh · Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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University of Edinburgh · Edinburgh, United Kingdom
MSc Statistics with Data Science
Postgraduate · Sciences
About this programme
This programme trains the next generation of statisticians to become expert data scientists with knowledge and experience of well-established methodologies and recent advances. The syllabus combines rigorous statistical theory with hands-on practical experience applying statistical models to data from various application areas. The programme includes frequentist and Bayesian methods for advanced statistical modelling, computational statistics, generalised regression models, and principles of statistically defensible data collection, management and curation.
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 1 year
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
A UK 2:1 degree, or its international equivalent, in a numerate discipline such as mathematics, engineering, computer science, physical or biological sciences, economics or business. Your degree must have included substantial mathematics content, including calculus (including calculus of several variables), linear algebra, probability, statistics and statistical theory.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (17)
- Beit Trust Postgraduate ScholarshipsFully funded
- Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh (On-campus Masters)Fully funded
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- British Council Women in STEM Scholarships at the University of EdinburghFully funded
- The Bseisu-University of Edinburgh ScholarshipsFully funded
- The Connect: North Korea ScholarshipFully funded · Closed for current cycle; check for the next cycle
- GREAT Scholarships at the University of EdinburghPartial funding