Program Overview

Introduction to the MSc Data Science Program

The MSc Data Science program at Loughborough University is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the field of data science. This program is suitable for students from various academic and professional backgrounds who wish to upskill and pursue careers in data science, data analysis, data management, or data stewardship.

Qualification(s) Available

The MSc Data Science program offers a Master of Science (MSc) qualification.

Fees

The fees for the MSc Data Science program are as follows:

• UK fee: £13,250 (full-time degree per annum) for the 2025 academic year, and £13,700 (full-time degree per annum) for the 2026 academic year.
• International fee: £29,950 (full-time degree per annum) for the 2025 academic year, and £30,900 (full-time degree per annum) for the 2026 academic year.

Scholarships and Bursaries

There are scholarships and bursaries available to help with funding the study, including:

• Loughborough University Alumni Bursary: 10% off tuition fees.
• Excellence Scholarship: up to 20% off tuition fees.

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for the MSc Data Science program are:

• A 2:2 honors degree (or equivalent international qualification) in any discipline (except computer science).
• Country-specific requirements are also available.

Program Structure

The MSc Data Science program is a full-time program that can be completed in one year. The program includes:

• Semester 1: Compulsory modules, including Programming for Data Science and Introduction to Data Science.
• Semester 2: Compulsory modules, including Data Mining and Professionalism, Ethics, and Cyber Security, as well as optional modules.
• Summer: A compulsory Data Science Project module.

Optional Modules

The optional modules available in Semester 1 and Semester 2 include:

• Building Data Driven Strategy
• Stories as Data: Storytelling approaches for decision making
• Database Systems
• Big Data Analytics and Visualisation
• AI and Applied Machine Learning
• Statistical Methods and Data Analysis

Assessment

The assessment for the MSc Data Science program includes a combination of exams, coursework, and class presentations, as well as a dissertation on an agreed topic.

Career Opportunities

The MSc Data Science program will equip students with the skills and knowledge required to pursue careers in a wide variety of roles within a wide variety of industries, including:

• Data scientist
• Data analyst
• Data architect
• Statistician
• Analytics engineer
• Big data engineer
• Business intelligence

Research Areas

The Department of Computer Science at Loughborough University has research specialisms in:

• Machine learning
• Artificial intelligence
• Computer vision
• Data science and analysis
• Data governance
• Ethics
• Design

Why Choose Loughborough University?

Loughborough University is a top 15 university for student experience in computer science, with 100% of computer science research impact rated as world-leading or internationally excellent. The university is also ranked top 20 in the UK for computer science. The MSc Data Science program is designed in collaboration with industry partners and supported by funding from the Office for Students (OfS), with a distinctive focus on problem-based learning and modules designed to support career goals and aspirations.