Master in Health Data Science MSc

The application deadline is 28 August 2026.

Graduates move into roles such as health data scientist, clinical bioinformatician, health informatics analyst or research positions in the NHS, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and may also continue on to PhD programmes. Employers value the ability to turn complex health datasets into actionable insights for clinical care and research.

The programme runs over 12 months full-time or two years part-time, comprising three teaching terms followed by a three-month individual dissertation. Six core modules cover data analytics, epidemiology, programming, computing practices, health data fundamentals and multimodal analytics, before you undertake a 60-credit research project.

• Six taught modules totalling 120 credits plus a 60-credit dissertation
• Free CPD courses on coding and data science for applicants
• Teaching staff include leading experts in bioinformatics and health informatics
• Study at the Edgbaston or Dubai campus
• Access to industry-relevant case studies and real-world data sets

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.