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Medical Statistics

University of Leeds
Information last verified July 2026
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Leeds, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Medical Statistics at University of Leeds is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of mathematics & statistics. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Medical Statistics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Medical Statistics programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:

  1. Actuary
  2. Quantitative Analyst
  3. Data Analyst
  4. Risk Manager
  5. Financial Modeller
  6. Statistical Researcher

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Introduction to Clinical Trials
  2. Core Epidemiology
  3. Introduction to Modelling
  4. Statistical Computing
  5. Advanced Epidemiological techniques
  6. Linear Regression and Robustness
  7. Generalised Linear Models and Survival - Analysis
  8. Time Series and Spectral Analysis
  9. Statistics and DNA

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

A bachelor degree with a 2.1 hons in a subject including mathematics and statistics. No background in medicine is required.

International qualifications

We accept a range of international equivalent qualifications. For information please contact the School of Mathematics admissions team.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About University of Leeds

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Leeds, United Kingdom

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months