Master of Science [M.S] [Statistical Science for the Life and Behavioural Sciences - Statistical Science (specialisation)] From Leiden University

What does this master?s programme entail?

You will gain a thorough knowledge and understanding of statistical models, including their application and interpretation in a broad range of empirical research. Key topics of the programme are longitudinal analysis, genomics, genetics, high dimensional (?big?) data, medical imaging and psychometrics. You will gain practical skills such as statistical programming, statistical consultation, and being able to write and orally present analyses and research results. After the programme you will be able to critically study scientific research and develop new models and techniques. This specialisation emphasises the application of statistics in the multidisciplinary environments of the life and behavioural sciences.

Why study Statistical Science at Leiden University?

• The Statistical Science?master?s specialisation is organised jointly by groups at different institutes and universities. Together these institutes have expertise in a wide area of statistical science and its applications, both practical and theoretical.
• During the programme you get to meet and work with real clients, and perform statistical consultation.
• Job perspectives after graduation are great: statisticians and data scientists are highly sought after in various industries such as academia, marketing, banking, government, official statistics, healthcare, bioinformatics and more.

Statistical Sciences (specialisation): the right master?s programme for you?

Do you want to get a thorough introduction to the general philosophy and methodology of statistical modelling and data analysis? Then this master?s specialisation in statistical science for the Live and Behavioural sciences is the right choice. You will also gain knowledge of statistical methods and research designs as used in a broad range of empirical research, and practical skills such as statistical programming, statistical consultation, and written and oral communication of research results.n statistics as a science, rather than as merely a collection of techniques, many graduates will qualify for a PhD programme as well.