MSc Data Science (Statistics)

University of Leeds

Leading UK university

Ranked in the Top 100 universities in the world

24 months

12 courses total, 20 hours per week

£15,000 total cost

No application fee, with pay-as-you-go tuition

Performance-based admission path

Complete the first two courses with minimum 50% weighted average

100% online

Flexible learning from anywhere, with live sessions, real-world projects

Get ready to launch a career in data science

By combining core data science skills with a specialism in statistics, you’ll underpin your capabilities with a wealth of theoretical knowledge suited for data scientist positions.

When you graduate, you’ll be equipped to secure an advanced data-driven role in almost any industry.

Develop statistical expertise. You’ll use real-world tools and techniques to apply statistical methods in job-related contexts
Develop senior-level professional skills. You’ll learn to manage complex projects and critically engage with and evaluate sources, methods and data
Access a world of professional opportunities. You’ll be ready for a wide range of careers, including roles as a data analyst, data analytics manager, data scientist, statistician, data engineer, business analyst, and more
Learn to present and tell stories with data. Learn to impactfully communicate the results of your work, across a variety of different media and methods

Build a future-proof career in data science

Build the top-level skills needed to succeed in one of the fastest-growing fields in the world

Learn how developing data governance and ethical frameworks will shape how we use data

Explore high earning potential roles in a wide range of private and public sector industries

Respond to industry-wide skills shortages, and fast-track your progress to data science leadership

Applications for the Fall 2026 cohort are open!

Priority deadline: June 11, 2026

Submit your complete application, including all required documents, by June 11, 2026. You will then qualify for free access to six University of Leeds Data Science (Statistics) short courses, upon receipt of an offer: