HARNESS: Health Analytics Research Network for Education, Statistics, and Safe-AI

There are a range of Master’s level courses that HARNESS members are involved in. We are excited to help build capacity in this fast-growing area, and make a meaningful difference to the future of healthcare. We love interacting with students from a huge range of backgrounds including:

• people with a technical background moving into health.
• clincians and allied health professionals interested in data, statistics, and AI.
• health policymakers from governments around the world.

MSc in Health Informatics with Data Science

The MSc in Health Informatics with Data Science at the University of Leeds is designed for students from diverse academic and professional backgrounds—including healthcare, computer science, and mathematics—who are passionate about using data to improve health outcomes. The course combines core training in health informatics, data science, and machine learning with flexible module choices, allowing students to tailor their learning to specific interests such as AI in healthcare, digital health technologies, or data governance. Ideal for aspiring data scientists, clinicians, and analysts, the programme prepares graduates to lead innovation in health systems, research, and policy through the intelligent use of data.

MSc Health Research

This MSc Health Research is designed for health and social care professionals seeking to develop research skills alongside their work. Delivered by active researchers at the School of Medicine, the course provides a solid grounding in applied health and social care research, covering research design, medical statistics, qualitative methods, and health economics. Teaching is interactive and block-based, allowing flexibility for busy professionals. Students learn in an interdisciplinary environment and gain practical experience in designing and appraising studies using real-world data.

MRes Data Science and Analytics for Health

The MRes in Data Science and Analytics for Health at the University of Leeds is a research-focused programme tailored for students with strong academic or professional backgrounds in quantitative sciences or healthcare. Designed for those aiming to pursue careers in health data research or progress to doctoral study, the course blends advanced data science techniques with health analytics, offering hands-on experience through a substantial research project. Students benefit from world-class facilities and expertise at the Leeds Institute for Data Analytics and the Alan Turing Institute, and develop skills in statistical modelling, machine learning, and data interpretation within health contexts. This part-time programme is ideal for UK-based professionals seeking to deepen their research capabilities while continuing to work.