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Offered by the University of Leeds
Build in-demand statistical skills and expertise applicable to a range of areas of practice such as health, business, retail and government.
180 credits in total and 15 credits per course
Earn a prestigious degree from a world-renowned institution, without the impact of travel or having to be there in person
By combining core data science skills with a specialism in statistics, you’ll underpin your capabilities with a wealth of theoretical knowledge suited for data scientist positions.
When you graduate, you’ll be equipped to secure an advanced data-driven role in almost any industry.
Develop statistical expertise. You’ll use real-world tools and techniques to apply statistical methods in job-related contexts
Develop senior-level professional skills. You’ll learn to manage complex projects and critically engage with and evaluate sources, methods and data
Access a world of professional opportunities. You’ll be ready for a wide range of careers, including roles as a data analyst, data analytics manager, data scientist, statistician, data engineer, business analyst, and more
Learn to present and tell stories with data. Learn to impactfully communicate the results of your work, across a variety of different media and methods
Applications are now closed for March 2025!
Watch our latest webinar recording to find out more about the application process and meet the Programme Director, Dr Graham Murphy.
If you have a question please contact the University of Leeds via onlineadmissions@leeds.ac.uk.
Build your expertise in:
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the number of data scientist jobs to grow by 19% over the next two decades
$100,910 Average salary of a data scientist in the United States
113,300 Job postings in data science in the US
36% growth by 2031 (US) The field is seeing extreme growth, with a much higher year-over-year growth 2021-2031
12.8% increase in average salary, 2019-2020 (US) 40% of firms globally aim to increase machine learning investment
260% increase in the number of data science teams per firm worldwide, 2018-2020
With over 312,000 members in nearly 200 different countries, the University of Leeds alumni network of celebrated leaders, academics and experts gives you the opportunity to connect with other Leeds graduates in your industry and region.
As an alumni you can access a range of services and one-to-one support from the University of Leeds career service, including expert career consultations, interview preparation tools, CV and job application reviews, and career workshops and guest lectures.
Apply now to secure your spot
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