The Medical Statistics MSc at the University of Leicester equips you with essential expertise to excel as a practising medical statistician. In a field driven by the need to interpret complex health data, this postgraduate degree focuses on understanding, applying, and adapting statistical theory to real-world health challenges. You will develop critical analytical skills through hands-on work with authentic medical datasets and gain proficiency in key statistical software. This programme is ideal for those seeking to bridge the gap between advanced statistical methods and their application in medical research and public health.
This full-time, one-year Master’s degree is delivered on campus, blending theoretical knowledge with practical application through core modules in statistical modelling, computational methods, and clinical trials. You will engage with epidemiological concepts and have the opportunity to specialise further with an option module in areas like genetic epidemiology or health technology assessment. Your learning culminates in a substantial Medical Statistics Project, often involving the analysis of real medical data, preparing you for impactful careers in research, the pharmaceutical industry, and healthcare organisations.