The MSc (Applied Clinical Data Analytics) at the University of Galway is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to master the analysis and interpretation of complex clinical and health data. You will learn to apply research methodology, traditional statistical techniques, and machine learning to address critical questions in healthcare, even without a prior background in data analytics, statistics, or programming. This postgraduate degree equips you with the essential skills to understand and leverage clinical research data, including clinical trials and administrative datasets, preparing you for impactful roles in health research and data-driven healthcare decision-making.
This full-time, on-campus Masters programme, delivered over one year, focuses on practical application through weekly assignments and a substantial end-of-year thesis. You will gain hands-on experience with data import, cleaning, exploration, and analysis using the R programming language and relevant packages, alongside mastering source control with GitHub. You will learn research methodology and statistical analysis techniques for various study designs, such as randomised controlled trials and systematic reviews. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared to advance your career in clinical research, health informatics, or data science roles within the healthcare sector.