MSc Data Science
University of Essex Online
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OverviewIn todays data-driven environment, the demand for data scientists is growing faster than ever before. Data science has the potential to solve problems, power innovation and make better decisions. Are you eager to learn how to extract, analyse, interpret and present data to make informed decisions? Then choose our MSc Data Science. This innovative conversion degree is designed for those without a professional or academic background and provides the technical foundation to succeed in this ...Read more

Overview

In todays data-driven environment, the demand for data scientists is growing faster than ever before. Data science has the potential to solve problems, power innovation and make better decisions.

Are you eager to learn how to extract, analyse, interpret and present data to make informed decisions? Then choose our MSc Data Science. This innovative conversion degree is designed for those without a professional or academic background and provides the technical foundation to succeed in this industry.

Youll be introduced to the underpinning concepts for processing and analysing data sets for presentation, as well as the impact of big data on business and society. Youll also gain a wealth of knowledge on machine learning. Throughout each module, youll participate in collaborative projects to prepare you to launch a career in this exciting field.

Explore a range of topics, including:

  • ethical and professional responsibilities
  • mathematics and statistics for data science and artificial intelligence
  • the foundations of research methods
  • an introduction to programming languages Python, SQL and R

Your studies will culminate in the creation of a computing artefact on a topic of interest, demonstrating various transferable skills – including time and project management, as well as organisation of data collection and analysis.

15% Course Scholarship available for April and July 2025 intakes.

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Entry requirements

You must have the following qualifications as a minimum: an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification. Work experience entry route - You must meet the following criteria: at least three years relevant work experience.

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£6,236 per year

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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)

Full tuition fee:  £12,471. The fee mentioned above is for 2024/2025 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/2026 entry.

£6,525 per year

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Students from EU

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Full tuition fee:  £13,049. The fee mentioned above is for 2024/2025 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/2026 entry.

£6,525 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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

Full tuition fee:  £13,049. The fee mentioned above is for 2024/2025 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/2026 entry.

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University of Essex Online
University of Essex Online , Leeds

University of Essex Online is a top 30 UK university (Complete University Guide 2025)....

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University of Essex Online
West Gate 6 Grace Street Leeds LS1 2RP United Kingdom
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