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Lancaster University, MSc, Quantitative Methods for Science, Social Science and Medicine

 United Kingdom

 

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Full-time October years: 1
We offer a range of pathways for this MSc/PgDip, designed to provide you with a solid foundation in the theory and application of statistical methods for the natural, social and health sciences. You study substantive theory, research methods, data collection (including how to use data from large government social surveys) and statistical analysis (including software packages R, SPSS and STATA) and explore the application of this knowledge in a range of areas. Modules are taught in short intensive blocks, making this programme ideal for part-time study. The specialist pathways offered are Scientific Research Methods, Crime and Social Statistics, Statistical Methods for Health Research, Teaching Statistics (based on your choice of optional modules).

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The University is located only three miles (five kilometres) outside the historic city of Lancaster, and the city is just half an hour south of the world famous national parks of the Lake District. Major cities such as Liverpool, Manchester, Edinburgh and London are easy to reach.