Master in Statistical Data Science (J-BJI) MSc

Tuition is Details below. Applications are due 7 August 2026.

The MSc runs over two full-time years. In the first year you attend taught modules covering deep learning, health data analytics, Bayesian inference, mathematical and research skills, statistical inference and statistical machine learning. The second year adds further taught modules and culminates in a 60-credit Statistical Data Science Project, allowing you to apply the techniques you have learned.

The programme focuses on the intersection of statistical theory and data-science practice. You study how to analyse, interpret and model complex data sets, using programming in Python and R, and explore methods such as neural networks, optimisation and machine learning. Graduates are prepared for roles that require data-driven decision making in sectors such as finance, healthcare, technology and government.

The University of Birmingham, chartered in 1900, is a large, research-intensive redbrick university located in Edgbaston. It offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and has a reputation for multidisciplinary research, substantial campus investment and strong academic staffing. With more than 34,000 students, including a sizeable international community, Birmingham combines historic strengths with modern facilities and a global outlook.

Research and teaching span the arts, sciences, engineering, medicine and social sciences, supported by major investments in campus infrastructure and academic appointments. The university promotes interdisciplinary collaboration through flagship fellowships and research initiatives, and many courses provide opportunities for placements, industry engagement and overseas study on its international campuses. Student support services include extensive academic development, career services and wellbeing provision tailored to an international cohort.

Life at Birmingham blends a vibrant campus with access to the city's cultural and professional resources, enabling students to pursue extracurricular activities, volunteering and professional networking. The institution’s global partnerships and growing research profile open doors for international collaborations and career pathways. Prospective international applicants should carefully check entry requirements, funding and application deadlines and contact the university’s international office for guidance on visas, scholarships and arrival planning.