MSc Advanced Data Science

Course overview

According to Exeter, the MSc Advanced Data Science is designed for students who already have a computational or mathematical background and want to develop advanced data science skills. The programme focuses on advanced areas including data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, machine vision, network science, statistics and high-performance computing. Exeter describes it as a research-led and business-linked programme focusing on the latest techniques and technologies, with teaching from academics working in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, high-performance computing and cyber-security. The course also provides opportunities to work on individual and group research projects, helping students build a portfolio for professional data science careers or possible future PhD study. Exeter has a long-standing partnership with the Alan Turing Institute and states that it has invested £50 million in developing its Data Science and AI capabilities

Course details

Degree level

Master's

Duration

1 Year

Intake

January 2027

Tuition fee

£30,300 / year

Initial deposit

£2,500

Country

England

Campus

Streatham Campus

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

Alternative English Requirements

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Entry requirements

General entry requirements

The official academic requirement is: • 2:1 degree in Computer Science, Data Science or another strongly numerate discipline. • Relevant examples given by Exeter include Mathematics, Statistics and Physics. • Your degree should have a strong focus on computation. • You must have evidence of programming and mathematics modules and/or quantitative research experience on your transcript. • Exeter may consider non-standard qualifications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in relevant modules, significant relevant work experience or relevant professional qualifications. • For international students, the qualification must be equivalent to Exeter's required UK 2:1 standard. • Exeter specifically states that students who do not meet the requirements for this advanced programme can consider its MSc Data Science instead. This is an important distinction: MSc Advanced Data Science is not a conversion Master's for someone with no computing background. Exeter positions its standard MSc Data Science as the conversion programme, while Advanced Data Science is intended for applicants who already have substantial computational/mathematical preparation.

Scholarships & discounts

7500 Pounds Automatic 2500 Pounds Merit-Based To be considered for this scholarship, once you have your programme offer, please apply using the webform here A personal statement (of no more than 300 words) is required as part of the form, responding to the following questions: What are your ambitions for the future and how will your studies at Exeter help you to achieve them? What will you contribute to the study experience/environment on campus at Exeter? As a scholar, how might you act as an ambassador for the University? *Round 4 - January 2027 entry only* closes on Thursday 26 November 2026. Round 4 notifications will be sent out within one month on a rolling basis and no later than Thursday 10 December 2026.

Pre-CAS interview

Required

It depends on the university

Interview type

On CAS Shield

Stage

After the initial deposit is paid

Format

Recorded interview

Deposit

£2,500

Course modules

For January entry, Exeter currently lists 180 compulsory credits. The University notes that module information can change depending on staff availability, research interests, timetabling and student demand. The current January modules are: The MSc Advanced Data Science is based in Exeter, England, United Kingdom. The University of Exeter's main data science and computer science teaching for this programme takes place in Exeter, giving students access to the University's computer science facilities and its Institute of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. • Network Science — 15 credits • Text Mining and Natural Language Processing — 15 credits • Deep Learning — 15 credits • Data Science at Scale — 15 credits • Research Project — 60 credits • Machine Learning — 15 credits • Computer Vision — 15 credits • High-Performance Computing — 15 credits • Data Governance and Ethics — 15 credits