Data Science

Entry requirements

Applicants should meet one of the following:

• Possess, or expect to obtain, an undergraduate degree or equivalent, in a relevant area with a minimum of a 2:2 classification;

• Hold a suitable professional qualification from an appropriate professional body.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

This Master's degree in Data Science is an industry-relevant and popular postgraduate programme of study. Data Science and "Big Data" are more important than ever. Graduates trained to garner insights from large data sets, extract patterns and provide actionable information to solve real-world problems are sought after in both the private and public sector.

This course will equip you with in-demand theoretical knowledge and practical skills to develop data science systems, use software to analyse and synthesise data, and manage all aspects of data science.

Information for international students

Students whose first language is NOT English will need to provide evidence of fluency to at least an IELTS 6.0 standard, with no element under 5.5 or equivalent.​​​​

Fees and funding

As a postgraduate, research or part-time student, the tuition fees you are charged will depend on the course you choose to study. Full information is available on our website.