Education

The department of Methodology, Statistics & Data Science (MSDS) organises education on Bachelor’s, Master’s and postgraduate level for various study programmes at Utrecht University.

Bachelor

On Bachelor’s level, MSDS organises courses for the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences and for University College Utrecht. Additionally, the department offers two minors: a minor in Methodology and Statistics and a minor Applied Data Science.

Master

MSDS offers the two-year Research Master’s programme Methodology and Statistics for the Behavioural, Biomedical and Social Sciences. From 1 September 2027, this Master's programme will be renamed Methodology, Statistics and Data Science. Additionally, the department contributes to various (research) Master’s programmes within the faculty.

Postgraduate education

MSDS offers a wide variety of courses within Utrecht Summer School.

Applied Data Science

MSDS offers education on Bachelor’s and (Research) Master’s level on the topic of Applied Data Science. In addition, there are multiple Summerschool courses related to Applied Data Science.

ShinyEducation

The 'ShinyEducation' project at Utrecht University's Department of Methodology, Statistics & Data Science uses interactive Shiny applications to explain statistical concepts. Applications cover topics like ANOVA, ANCOVA, t-tests, and correlation. This hands-on approach promotes immersive learning.