Tuition Fee
GBP 16,740
Per year
Start Date
2025-09-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
3 years
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
Data Analysis | Data Management | Data Science
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies | Natural Science
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 16,740
Intakes
Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-09-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
Data Science Prof Doc
Overview
The Professional Doctorate in Data Science (D. DataSc) is aimed at professionals who wish to enhance and/or validate data-centric, evidence-based approaches within their chosen career through a combination of taught modules and doctoral research.
Course Options
- Professional Doctorate
- Full-time, three years: one year of taught modules and two years of research
- Part-time, five years: two years of taught modules and three years of research
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with Upper Second Class (2:1) in Physical Science, Electrical, Electronic, Communication Engineering or Humanities and Social Science related subject.
International Qualifications
- We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications.
English Language Requirements
- Overall IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing, Speaking, Reading and Listening (or recognised equivalent).
Mature Applicants and Those Without Formal Qualifications
- As an inclusive university, we recognise those who have been out of education for some time may not have the formal qualifications usually required.
Fees
- Home Students
- £10,680 (taught element), then £6,320 per year for the next two research years (full-time)
- £1,780 (taught element) per 30 credit module, then £3,160 per year for the next three research years (part-time)
- International Students
- £16,740 (taught element), then £16,900 per year for the next two research years (full-time)
- £2,790 (taught element) per 30 credit module, then £8,450 per year for the next three research years (part-time)
Funding
- Postgraduate Loans Scheme
- Up to £10,906 for taught and research masters students
- Postgraduate Scholarship
- 50% discount on course fees through a UEL Postgraduate Scholarship
- Alumni Discount
- Up to 15% fee waiver for UEL alumni
- Early Payment Discount
- 5% fee waiver for early payment
- Asylum Seekers Scholarship
- 100% fee waiver
- Civic Engagement
- £1,000
- Hardship Bursary
- Up to £2,000
- Sport Scholarships
- Up to £6,000
Additional Costs
- Textbooks
- Computer equipment
- Printing
- Travel
Course Modules
- Year 1
- Mental Wealth; Professional Life (Data Ecology) (30 credits) Core Module
- Research Methods for Technologists (30 credits) Core Module
- Applied Research Tools and Techniques (30 credits) Core Module
- Work-based Project Review (30 credits) Core Module
- Planning for Doctoral Research (30 credits) Core Module
- Advanced Decision Making: Predictive Analytics & Machine Learning (30 credits) Optional Module
- Spatial Data Analysis (30 credits) Optional Module
Research Areas
- Data analysis, data mining and modelling
- Geocomputation and mapping
- Data management
Career Opportunities
- Job opportunities in data science are rising exponentially
- Holders of a Professional Doctorate in Data Science will have the highest possible qualification in this area and prepare them for senior positions
- Eligible to apply for Royal Statistical Society membership
How You'll Learn
- Six taught modules and a Research Thesis
- Available in full-time and part-time modes
- Delivery of taught modules is by block and blended learning
How You'll Be Assessed
- Laboratory session portfolios
- Coursework
- Research thesis
Campus and Facilities
- Docklands Campus, London, E16 2RD
- Modern, well-equipped learning environment
- 24/7 Docklands library
- £21m SportsDock centre
- Campus shop and bookstore
- Children's Garden Nursery
- Cafés, eateries, and a late bar
- Student Union facilities
- On-campus accommodation available
Who Teaches This Course
- The School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering
- Qualified academics, practitioners, and industry experts as guest speakers
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