Data Science for Health (Conversion)

University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom

Course overview

You don't need a background in data science to excel in our Data Science for Health MSc. Designed as a conversion course, this programme equips graduates from diverse fields with the technical and analytical skills needed to thrive in this rapidly growing sector. Data science is transforming healthcare—enabling early disease prediction through machine learning and enhancing medical imaging with AI for faster, more accurate diagnoses.

Whether you're looking to pivot your career or enter the world of health data, this programme will prepare you to be a key player in the digital revolution of healthcare. Please note, this programme is currently undergoing revalidation as part of our Curriculum 2027 review and may be subject to changes. This MSc is designed as a conversion course, welcoming students from diverse academic and professional backgrounds.

You don’t need prior experience in data science—our supportive learning environment ensures that all students develop the statistical, technical computing skills and confidence needed to succeed. Data science is transforming the healthcare sector, where vast amounts of health data has the potential to revolutionise healthcare interventions. With the rise of electronic health records, wearable technology, and AI-driven diagnostics, healthcare now generates more data than ever before.

Effectively analysing this data allows for earlier disease detection, personalised treatment plans, and more efficient resource allocation. The programme blends core principles of computer science with advanced statistical analysis and data visualisation techniques, demonstrating how health data science can enhance our understanding of disease and healthcare. Predictive analytics can help identify at-risk populations, while machine learning models assist in diagnosing conditions with greater accuracy.

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Key highlights

Conversion course open to graduates from any academic background
No prior data science experience needed; statistics and computing taught
Blends computer science, advanced statistical analysis and data visualisation
Applies machine learning and predictive analytics to health data
Covers electronic health records, wearable technology and AI-driven diagnostics

Entry requirements

Degree: 2:2 — Postgraduate entry requirements: This master’s programme is suitable for you if you hold a 2.2 degree from a UK university (or equivalent).

Scholarships

Chevening Scholarships
E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies
The scholarship provides £5,000 towards fees, plus a £5,000 stipend, for students undertaking a Hispanic topic in any master's programme in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film at the University of Liverpool.
Up to £5,000
Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary
The successful candidate will receive a one-off fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000
Hodgson Law Scholarship
Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduates
If you're an international student, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £7,000.
Up to £7,000
Liverpool Law School Hong Kong Scholarships
Two scholarships worth £1,000 each.
Up to £1,000
Liverpool Law School LLM Bursaries
Two bursaries worth £500 each for Home students. Two bursaries wroth £1,000 each for international students.
MA in Chinese-English Translating and Interpreting Scholarships
Students awarded this scholarship will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000
Management School MBA Excellence Scholarship
50% tuition fee discounts are available.
Up to 50% of fees
Manuel Irujo Scholarship in Basque Studies
The scholarship provides approximately £5,000.
MusicFutures Scholarship for International Intellectual Property Law LLM
Up to five scholarships are available, each worth £12,500 in the form of a tuition fee discount.
Up to £12,500
Peter Astaire Memorial Scholarship in Beatles Studies
Up to two awards are available in each academic year, with each award worth £4,000.
Up to £4,000
Scholarships for MA Political Science and International Relations
The Department of Politics is pleased to announce two £5,000 scholarships for students wishing to pursue the MA in Political Science and International Relations.
Up to £5,000
Scholarships for Master's in Public Administration and Policy
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000
Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Education
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000
Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Film Studies
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000
Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in History
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000
Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Translation
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000
University of Liverpool Humanitarian Scholarships for Master's Programmes
University of Liverpool International College (UoLIC) Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000

Careers this course leads to

Health data scientist
Health data analyst
Clinical data analyst
Healthcare informatics analyst
Public health data analyst
Machine learning analyst (healthcare)

Cost of study

UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £14,000 | International: Full-time place, per year - £32,000

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Liverpool, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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