KU Leuven Master of Statistics and Data Science
KU Leuven

KU Leuven

Master of Statistics and Data Science

Leuven, Belgium

MSc

2 years

English, Dutch

Full time

16 Sep 2026

EUR 9,493 **

Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended

* there is no strict application deadline | for the most recent – and only official – information on application deadlines, please check the KU Leuven webpage

** for non-EEA; EUR 1181.40 for EEA | for the most recent – and only official – information on tuition fees, please check the KU Leuven webpage

Key Summary

    About : The Master of Statistics and Data Science equips students with essential skills in data analysis and statistical theory. The program emphasizes hands-on learning and offers various electives tailored to meet individual career goals and interests. You'll delve into topics like data mining, predictive modeling, and statistical programming. The course typically spans two years and provides a solid foundation for those looking to advance in the field of statistics.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue diverse roles, including data analyst, statistician, and data scientist across numerous industries. There’s also the potential for positions in academia or research, allowing for continued specialization and advanced study opportunities. The skills acquired pave the way for impactful careers that harness the power of data.

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The Master of Statistics and Data Sciences will help you develop a problem-solving attitude and teach you how to apply statistical methodology. You'll be trained intensively in both the theoretical and practical aspects of statistics and data science.

About the programme

The Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science is offered by the Leuven Statistics Research Centre (LStat), a privileged meeting space for statistics and data science researchers from a range of different domains and a stimulating environment for multidisciplinary statistical and data science research. You'll be trained intensively in both the theoretical and practical aspects of statistics and data science. The programme will help you develop a problem-solving attitude and teach you how to apply statistical methodology.

To tailor-make the programme to your needs and interests, you can choose one of the tracks:

  • Statistics and Data Science for Biometrics
  • Statistics and Data Science for Social, Behavioural and Educational Sciences
  • Statistics and Data Science for Business
  • Statistics and Data Science for Industry
  • Theoretical Statistics and Data Science
  • Interdisciplinary Statistics and Data Science
  • European Master of Official Statistics (EMOS, on-campus only)

The programme can be followed either on campus in Leuven or in an online/blended format. When you choose the online/blended format, it is possible to compose your programme by only selecting courses that are offered fully online, and to graduate from the programme without ever coming to Leuven.

Read more on the institution's website