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Data Analytics for Government MSc

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Main Site - Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Join the University of Southampton, ranked in the World Top 50 and Top 10 in the UK for Statistics and Operational Research (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024).

This programme, offered in support of the Government Statistical Service, provides specialist skills and knowledge in statistics and data science. It is particularly suitable if you are employed in an analytical profession in the UK Government or equivalent organisations in the UK and abroad.

It is designed to provide you with the specialist skills and knowledge which are central to conducting professional statistical work within government. The aim of the programme is to equip you with the skills you need to develop a career as a Statistician, Data Analyst or similar allied profession in an Official Statistics or analytical environment.

Many of the skills taught on the programme, such as survey methods and data analysis, are also in great demand by employers outside of government who are conducting large-scale statistical work.

Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level): Some modules are assessed by essays (or equivalent), others by exams and some by a mix of these methods. Exams are held at the end of each semester.

Tuition fees

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£ 25,400per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 10,000 students from more than 130 countries.
Southampton is a truly global university. It has 350+ student-led clubs and societies, which provide great opportunities to build intercultural skills.
Specialist careers support and 400+ paid internships and work experience opportunities prepare international students for their future in the global job market.

Subject rankings

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  • Graduate prospects

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    91.0 91%

    26th

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  • Student satisfaction

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    2.82 71%

    106th

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  • Entry standards

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    166 71%

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    79.0 79%

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  • Student satisfaction

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    3.08 77%

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    135 63%

    31st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    26th

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    2.95 74%

    65th

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