University of Leeds Opens Applications for MSc Health Informatics with Data Science

The University of Leeds has opened applications for its full-time MSc Health Informatics with Data Science, beginning in September 2026, with a strong focus on attracting Indian students seeking advanced skills in digital health and data-driven healthcare innovation.

Offered by the Faculty of Medicine and Health in partnership with the Institute of Health Sciences and the Department of Computer Science, the 12-month programme is designed to equip graduates with expertise in harnessing health data to improve patient outcomes, healthcare delivery and policy decisions.

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Interdisciplinary, Industry-Focused Curriculum

The master’s programme combines advanced training in:

• Statistics and modelling
• Artificial intelligence in healthcare
• Human factors in digital health systems
• Legal, ethical and governance frameworks of health data

Students will work with real-world healthcare datasets, gaining hands-on analytical experience and completing an independent research project. Elective modules allow participants to tailor the course to specific career goals in analytics, digital health innovation or research.

A key highlight is the university’s collaboration with Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and regional digital health companies, offering exposure to live healthcare challenges and applied research opportunities.

Global Industry Programme Advantage

Students will also participate in a two-week virtual consultancy project under the university’s Global Industry Programme. The initiative enables participants to engage with international organisations, develop professional skills and build global networks—an advantage in the increasingly competitive graduate job market.

Scholarships and Financial Support for Indian Students

The University of Leeds is offering substantial funding opportunities, including:

• £6,000 International Masters Regional Scholarships for all Indian students
• International Excellence Scholarships with up to 50% tuition fee reduction (500 awards available for international students)

The tuition fee for 2026 entry is £29,750 (approximately ₹35 lakh).

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Entry Requirements and Key Dates

Start Date: September 2026

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026

Duration: 12 months (full-time)

Eligibility: First-class undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline from a recognised Indian university

English Requirements: Standard XII English at 70–75% (depending on state board) or IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each component)

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Strong Career Outcomes

According to the university, 97% of recent graduates report meaningful progress after completing the course. Alumni have secured roles across healthcare organisations, government agencies, NGOs and industry, with some launching digital health ventures or progressing to research degrees.

With global demand rising for specialists in health informatics and data science, the programme positions graduates at the intersection of healthcare, analytics and technology.

Ranked among the world’s top 100 universities (QS World University Rankings 2026), the University of Leeds hosts over 39,000 students from 135 countries and is one of the UK’s most targeted institutions by leading graduate employers.

Applications are now open via the university’s official postgraduate admissions portal.