MSc Data Science with Professional Placement

Course overview

This is a two-year, industry-focused MSc in Data Science. In the first year, you study data science theory and practical applications, including big data, statistics, regression and data analysis. In the second year, you undertake a professional industry placement, giving you practical work experience before completing your dissertation

Course details

Degree level

Master's

Duration

2 years

Intake

January 2027

Tuition fee

£23,875 / year

Initial deposit

£6,000

Country

England

Campus

Colchester Campus

About this information

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

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Entry requirements

General entry requirements

• 2:2 degree or equivalent in subjects such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Operational Research or related fields. • A 2:2 in another subject may also be accepted if your degree includes three relevant modules, including mathematics/calculus, statistics/probability and another relevant subject such as programming, regression or optimisation. • Applicants below a 2:2 may be considered based on relevant professional/voluntary experience and previous modules. • IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum 5.5 in each component.

Scholarships & discounts

Scholarship - 5000 GBP (2:2) Early Bird - 1000 GBP reimbursement on enrollment

Pre-CAS interview

Required

Yes — a Pre-CAS / credibility interview is part of the process

Stage

After the initial deposit is paid

Format

Recorded interview

Course modules

Year 1: • Applied Regression and Experimental Data Analysis • Data Visualisation / approved optional module • Research Skills and Employability • Additional optional modules, including areas such as programming and machine learning Year 2: • Professional Placement — 120 credits • Dissertation — 60 credits The professional placement is designed to give you real-world experience with an external organisation and apply your data-science skills in a professional setting. Note: The university states that the module structure can change as the curriculum is updated