Course Summary
The MSc in Health Data Science will train a new generation of world-leading health data scientists with the essential statistical and computing skills needed to become data science specialists in the health care, biopharmaceutical and medical technology sectors. Graduates in this rapidly growing discipline are in extremely high demand from industry due to data-led innovations across the sector.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Candidates must hold at least a Second-Class Honours Level 8?primary degree in a related subject area. Candidates with degrees from a wide range of areas including healthcare, computing, statistical, mathematical, engineering and business are welcome. Candidates should also have completed at least one introductory statistics module at university level to a satisfactory level.
Those who hold a Level 8?primary degree in a?statistical, computational or data science area without honours and?have relevant practical experience in the subject area will also be considered.
Application Details
Closing Date: No set closing date. Offers made on a continuous basis.
Applications must be completed online at: https://nuigalway.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login.
An application requires a registration fee of 35. You will be asked to upload proof of identification, academic transcripts, a personal statement, an academic reference and documentation to fulfil the English requirement (where English is not your first language).
Next start date September 2026
Fees
Fees: EU
8,890 p.a. (including levy) 2024/25
Fees: Tuition
8,750 p.a. 2024/25
Fees: Student levy
140 p.a. 2024/25
Fees: Non EU
26,000 p.a. (26,140 p.a. including levy) 2024/25
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Our recent graduates have gone on to pursue careers as data scientists in industry and academia, with employers including:
Dunbumby
Royal College of Surgeons Ireland
University of Galway
Other graduates have been awarded scholarships to undertake further studies as part of a PhD in data science and statistical research.
