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MSc in Data Science for Health and Social Care 

MSc in Data Science for Health and Social Care
 at 
Edin 
Overview

Empowering Health and Social Care through Advanced Data Science: MSc Program for Innovators in Healthcare Analytics and Management

Duration

36 months

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Total fee

16.97 Lakh

Mode of learning

Online

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Course Level

PG Degree

MSc in Data Science for Health and Social Care
 at 
Edin 
Highlights

  • Earn a Master's degree from University of Edinburgh
  • Learn from expert faculty
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MSc in Data Science for Health and Social Care
 at 
Edin 
Course details

Who should do this course?
  • Healthcare professionals, social workers, data analysts, and IT specialists
What are the course deliverables?
  • Gain knowledge of the fundamentals of data science
  • Develop expertise in accessing, interpreting and integrating data-intensive research into practice
  • Build the knowledge and skills to engage effectively with data-driven approaches to health and social care
  • Learn a range of skills, tools and understanding to use the transformational power of data to improve health and wellbeing and the management of care systems locally and globally
More about this course
  • The MSc in Data Science for Health and Social Care equips students with advanced skills in data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling tailored for healthcare settings
  • It covers topics such as health informatics, predictive analytics, and ethical considerations, preparing graduates to drive innovation and efficiency in healthcare delivery and social services

MSc in Data Science for Health and Social Care
 at 
Edin 
Curriculum

Year 1

Introduction to data science in health and social care

Introduction to statistics in health and social care

Data visualisation: knowledge transfer

Health and social care delivery and organisation

Managing and leading data-driven innovation

Digital technologies in health and social care

Year 2

Foundations of research design in data science for health and social care

Applied research design in data science for health and social care

Managing and leading data-driven innovation

Data standards and core technologies in health and social care

User-driven service design in health and social care

Year 3

Dissertation (Data science for health and social care)

Work-based placement (Data-Driven Innovation)

Data-Driven Innovation (Student-Led Individually-Created Course)

Intermediate R Programming for Data Science

Systems Thinking in Health and Social Care

MSc in Data Science for Health and Social Care
 at 
Edin 
Entry Requirements

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A pretty decent place to study.
Tips: Before coming to this college, it's important to know that it's a competitive environment. You'll need to put in a lot of hours of work and study, which can make it hard to balance your priorities. The weather is harsh, and you won't get a lot of sunlight throughout the year. In my case, my program is for a very niche industry, and the learning and guidance I've received have been invaluable in helping me navigate the job market.
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MSc in Data Science for Health and Social Care
 at 
Edin 
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