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MSc - Master of Science
The University of Manchester
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
The University of Manchester
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
Select a an exam type
Aims
This innovative MSc in Data Science course is an opportunity for graduates from a broad range of disciplines to develop data science skills. Our goal is to help you develop into an agile, skilled data scientist, adept at working in a variety of settings and be able to meet the challenges and reap the rewards of interdisciplinary team work.
There is growing evidence across academia, policy makers and industry that `Environmental Intelligence (EI)' is an emerging research area of strategic global importance. Its primary aim is to understand and respond to the complex interactions between the environment, climate, natural ecosystems, human social and economic systems, and health.
Career opportunities
The global demand for data scientist talent continues to grow, as a result, our course qualification will provide a strong boost to your employability.
Academic entry qualification: high 2:1 honours degree (or overseas equivalent). In your application, you should demonstrate aptitude, knowledge and/or interest in three areas: data analytics and/or statistics; computational subjects; and pathway specific requirements. These can be demonstrated by course units taken at undergraduate level and high school level, or professional experience. For this Pathway we would expect applicants to evidence an interest and/or experience in topics related to environmental analysis. Examples are: Working experience in environment-themed topics (e.g. environment, climate, natural ecosystems, human social and economic systems, and health); Experience in working in data science, GIS or environmental based data analysis. Evidence of training in environment-themed methods or topics.
Students living in
Domestic
£16,000 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£32,000 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£32,000 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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