6 minsWhat is Data Science?
We are sure you would have done your research about data science. However, let’s give a gist to the ones still looking for answers. Organisations collect a large amount of data about consumers. Businesses need insights from these data to make informed decisions for their successful running. A data scientist should be equipped with the skills to write programmes that can automate the data processing task, gain insights through the application of traditional and modern analytical techniques and also convey these insights to the stakeholders. It is no small job, both for its relevance and also for the level of expertise needed.
Why study Data Science masters in the UK?
Universities abroad are the best options for studying masters courses. The UK is one of those destinations that had reported a huge increase in the demand for data scientists. You have made a great choice by deciding to study Data Science Masters in the UK. A 2019 report by the Royal Society states that there has been a 231% increase in the demand for data scientists and data engineers in the UK. The report proposes that a curriculum change is required to make sure that students have the necessary data science skills to meet the increasing demand.
Learn the latest data science techniques from established institutions in the UK and be well equipped for the job market. Here are some of the institutions in the UK that offer data science masters courses. We have included institutions that are being preferred by our applicants for the academic years 2020/2021 and 2021/2022. If you require more information, feel free to reach out to our counsellors. Just fill in the form and they’ll get in touch with you.
Some of the popular institutions for Data Science masters in the UK
Here are some of the popular universities to which Indian students are applying for a masters in Data Science in the UK. If you need more information about the course, just click on the course name.
| Institution | Course | Course Duration | Tuition Fees | Aplication requirements |
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Coventry University
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Data Science and Computational Intelligence MSc | 1-year | Approx 18.5 lakhs |
Bachelors degree with a minimum of second class scores, in a relevant subject. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.5. |
| Data Science MSc | 1-year | Approx 18.5 lakhs |
Bachelors degree with a minimum of second class scores, in a relevant subject. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 |
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| The University of Southampton | Data Science (MSc) | 1-year | Approx 28.7 lakhs per year |
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, mathematics or statistics with 60% marks. Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with 6.5 in reading and writing, 6.0 in speaking and listening |
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The University of Liverpool
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Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (Online) MSc | 30 months | Approx 15.7 lakhs for the full course |
Bachelors degree with first class. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.5. |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence MSc | 1-year | Approx 24 lakhs |
Bachelors degree with first class. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.5. |
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| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence with a Year in Industry (MSc) | 2-years | Around 29 lakhs for the full course |
Bachelors degree with first class. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.5. |
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| Data Science and Communication MSc | 1-year | Approx 19.5 lakhs |
Bachelors degree with first class. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.5. |
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| Geographic Data Science MSc | 1-year | Approx 19.5 lakhs |
Bachelors degree with first class. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.5. |
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| Health Data Science MSc/PG Diploma/PG certificate course | 1-year (By completing the first semester you qualify for the PG certificate. By completing the second, you qualify for the PG Diploma. By completing your dissertation, you qualify for the MSc degree) | Approx 19.5 lakhs |
Bachelors degree with first class. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.5. |
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| The University of Gloucestershire | Data Science MSc | 16 months | Approx 15 lakhs for the full course |
4-years bachelors with 55% or 3-years bachelors with 60% Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5. |
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The University of Leeds
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Data Science and Analytics for Health MRes | 1-year | Approx 26 lakhs per year |
3 or 4-years bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a 60% score. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0. |
| Data Science and Analytics MSc | 1-year | Approx 26 lakhs per year |
3 or 4-years bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a 60% score. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0. |
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Urban Data Science and Analytics MSc | 1-year | Approx 26 lakhs per year |
3 or 4-years bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a 60% score. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0. |
| The University of Hertfordshire | MSc Data Science | 1-year | Approx 14 lakhs |
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a minimum of 55%-65% score. An IELTS score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.5. |
| MSc Data Science and Analytics | 1-year | Approx 16 lakhs |
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a minimum of 55%-65% score. An IELTS score of 6.5 or 6.0 with no individual band less than 5.5. |
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| MSc Data Science and Analytics (Online) | 1-year or 16 months | Approx 9.6 lakhs per year |
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a minimum of 55%-65% score. An IELTS score of 6.5 or 6.0 with no individual band less than 5.5. |
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| MSc Data Science and Analytics with Advanced Research | 2-years course | Approx 15.9 lakhs per year |
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a minimum of 55%-65% score. An IELTS score of 6.5 or 6.0 with no individual band less than 5.5. |
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| MSc Data Science and Analytics with Placement Year | 2-years course | Approx 15.9 lakhs per year |
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a minimum of 55%-65% score. An IELTS score of 6.5 or 6.0 with no individual band less than 5.5. |
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Cardiff University
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Data Science and Analytics (MSc) | 1-year | The information for the latest academic year is not yet available. Please check with our counsellors for more details. |
Honours degree in a relevant subject or an equivalent. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0. |
| Royal Holloway, The University of London | Data Science and Analytics MSc | 1-year | Approx 26.25 lakhs per year |
An overall grade between 55% - 65% for a Bachelors degree in a relevant subject. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.5. |
| Data Science and Analytics with a year in industry MSc | 2-years | Approx 26.25 lakhs per year |
An overall grade between 55% - 65% for a Bachelors degree in a relevant subject. An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.5. |
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Queen Mary University of London
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Big Data Science MSc | 1-year |
Approx 28 lakhs per year for the full-time course Approx 14 lakhs per year for the part-time, 2-year course |
Bachelor’s degree is a must. Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and a minimum of 6.0 in Writing. |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (Conversion programme) MSc | 1-year | Approx 27 lakhs |
Bachelor’s degree is must. Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and a minimum of 6.0 in Writing. |
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| The University of Essex | MSc Data Science and its Applications | 1-year | Approx 19.3 lakhs per year |
Bachelors degree with 55% grade Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5. |
| MSc Data Science with Professional Placement | 2-years | Approx 19.3 lakhs per year |
Bachelors degree with 55% grade Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5. |
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| MSc Social Data Science | 1-year | Approx 19.9 lakhs per year |
Bachelors degree with 55% grade Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.5. |
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