Data Science MSc
University of Sussex
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Do you wish to work in industry or plan to pursue further study? Are you interested in data science and its application to science and technology? If so, this course is for you.On this MSc, you’ll learn about the theory and practice of state-of-the-art data science with applications ranging from mathematics to physics, and from biology to computer science. You’ll develop the skills to provide and use appropriate and up-to-date tools to deal with large datasets common in industrial practice and ...Read more

Do you wish to work in industry or plan to pursue further study? Are you interested in data science and its application to science and technology? If so, this course is for you.

On this MSc, you’ll learn about the theory and practice of state-of-the-art data science with applications ranging from mathematics to physics, and from biology to computer science. You’ll develop the skills to provide and use appropriate and up-to-date tools to deal with large datasets common in industrial practice and academic science.

You will learn in an intellectually stimulating environment and develop your research skills. Your MSc dissertation, supported by one of our expert faculty, gives you the opportunity to explore in depth an area of your choice. You can choose to focus your studies on one of these four streams:

  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Computer Science
  • Life Sciences.

Careers

There’s strong employer demand for skilled people in artificial intelligence and data science. The UK Government’s Digital Strategy predicts that within 20 years, 90% of all jobs will require some element of digital skills.

The versatility of this course is highlighted by a wide range of career options. Typically, our graduates become data scientists in industry, particularly in:

  • technology and engineering
  • computing
  • finance and banking.

Other careers paths may include:

  • management
  • Civil Service
  • scientific research
  • teaching
  • academia.

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WUSCA ranking:
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72/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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34th
CUG Ranking
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47th
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Parvej
16 Dec 24

The best aspect of my uni is its location and teaching environment. The worst part is it’s away from major cities so job hunting and relocation poses a challenge...Read more

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Tejesh
02 Dec 24

It's a very prestigious university that has courses rating number 1 in QS world ranking. Proud to be a student..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in physics, engineering, science, computing, mathematics, or life sciences. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

Tuition fees

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£11,025 per year

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£22,575 per year

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Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

Books, course materials and other costs (average) - 2.25 to 5.54 (Cost per week)

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16 Dec 24
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The best aspect of my uni is its location and teaching environment. The worst part is it’s away from major cities so job hunting and relocation poses a challenge....
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Tejesh
02 Dec 24
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It's a very prestigious university that has courses rating number 1 in QS world ranking. Proud to be a student...
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University of Sussex
Sussex House, Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Falmer  0.1 miles away

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