Program Overview

MSc Data Science (Computer Science Data Informatics)

Overview

The MSc Data Science (Computer Science Data Informatics) program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to become agile and skilled data scientists. The program draws on multiple disciplines, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the breadth of what is possible with data.

Entry Requirements

• High 2:1 honours degree (or overseas equivalent): Applicants are required to have a strong background in Computer Science, reflected in solid programming and software development skills.
• First or strong Upper Second class honours degree: Typically, a First or strong Upper Second class honours degree in Computer Science, or in a joint degree with at least 50% Computer Science content, is expected.
• Extensive Computer Science industrial experience: Applicants with extensive Computer Science industrial experience and an honours degree in Computer Science, or its overseas equivalent, may also be considered for admission.
• Aptitude, knowledge, and/or interest: Applicants should demonstrate aptitude, knowledge, and/or interest in three areas:
  • Data analytics and/or statistics
  • Computational subjects
  • Pathway specific requirements

Application and Selection

• Apply online: Applications should be submitted online.
• Full entry requirements: Please see the application and selection page for more detailed information.

Course Options

| Full-time | Part-time | Full-time distance learning | Part-time distance learning
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MSc | Y | N | N | N

Course Overview

• Learn from elite academics: Students will learn from elite academics at one of the UK’s top 10 universities for maths, statistics, and computer science (Times Higher Education 2024).
• Understand the breadth of what’s possible with data: The course draws on multiple disciplines, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the breadth of what is possible with data.
• Develop professional skills: Students will develop professional skills that are highly sought after across a range of sectors.

Fees

• MSc (full-time):
  • UK students (per annum): £16,500
  • International, including EU, students (per annum): £33,500

Policy on Additional Costs

• All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs: Any unavoidable additional compulsory costs totalling more than 1% of the annual home undergraduate fee per annum will be made clear to students at the point of application.

Scholarships/Sponsorships

• Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships Plan (CSFP) General Scholarship: For information on available funding, please see fees and funding or search the University's postgraduate funding database.

Regulated by the Office for Students

• The University of Manchester is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS): The OfS aims to help students succeed in Higher Education by ensuring they receive excellent information and guidance, get high-quality education that prepares them for the future, and by protecting their interests.