MSc Statistics with Data Science at University of Warwick

A one-year MSc route with core statistics modules and a compulsory Theory of Data Science module covering the mathematical foundations of the field. Students build on it with options in statistical learning, Bayesian forecasting and Monte Carlo methods, plus computer science electives.

Department: Statistics  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Intake: 28 September 2026  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The 180-credit course has eight 15-credit taught modules (core plus five optional) and a 60-credit summer dissertation. Optional areas include Bayesian statistics, machine learning, statistical learning and Monte Carlo methods, with computer science electives such as high-performance computing, natural language processing and image and video analysis. Assessment is mostly by written exams in January, May and June.

Career pathways

Previous Department of Statistics graduates have worked for employers including Barclays, BNP Paribas, Citibank, GSK, LCH and McKinsey, in roles such as actuary, economist, statistician, data analyst and finance and investment analyst; high-achieving students have progressed to PhD study.

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