Program Overview

MSc Computer Science with Data Analytics

The MSc Computer Science with Data Analytics is a 100% online programme aimed at working professionals and graduates from other disciplines seeking to move into a career in computer science. This programme develops skills in computational thinking and an academic understanding of data and text analysis techniques and their application to real-world problems.

Programme Overview

• Programme length: 2 years part-time
• Total programme fees: £9,960
• Start date: 12 January 2026
• Application deadline: 08 December 2025

Course Content

The programme consists of eight-week modules that provide an introduction to and experience of computational thinking and problem-solving across software, hardware, artificial intelligence, and data analysis. The research methods and research proposal modules develop critical evaluation, academic research, and writing skills, providing a sound basis for the individual research project.

Modules

• Algorithms and Data Structures
• Advanced Programming
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Big Data Analytics
• Computer and Mobile Networks
• Computer Architecture and Operating Systems
• Data Mining and Text Analysis
• Software Engineering
• Research Methods (Comp Sci)
• Research Project Proposal (Computer Science)
• Independent Research Project in Computer Science

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the programme, students will be able to:

• Apply computational thinking to big data problems
• Analyse a big data problem from a written description and derive requirements and specifications
• Build computer-based systems of varying levels of complexity
• Critically evaluate and effectively apply data mining tools and algorithms
• Scope, plan, manage, and execute an individual research project of significant size in data analytics
• Communicate complex computational problems and their solutions in written format to technical and non-technical professional colleagues
• Operate as responsible computer science professionals, maintaining awareness of key legal and ethical issues and risk management

Scholarships

Students of the MSc Computer Science with Data Analytics may be eligible for the Office for Students Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Scholarships. These scholarships support UK students from non-computing backgrounds looking to move into computer science careers. Successful applicants will receive a £10,000 scholarship and a 10% discount on their tuition fees.

Entry Requirements

• 2:2 undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification
• English language requirements:
  • IELTS: 6.5, with 6.0 in each component
  • TOEFL IBT: 87, with 21 in each component
  • Trinity ISE: Level 3, with Merit in each component
  • PTE Academic: 61, with 55 in each component
  • Cambridge B2 First: 176, with 169 in each component
  • LanguageCert SELT B2: 33/50 in each component
  • LanguageCert Academic: 70, with a minimum of 65 in each component
  • Duolingo: 120, with 105 in each component
  • KTE: 478-509, with 444-477 in all other components
  • Skills for English B2: Merit overall, with Pass with Merit in each component
  • Oxford ELLT: 7, with 6 in each component
  • Oxford Test of English Advanced: 136, with 126 in each component
  • GCSE: B/6 or above

Why York?

The University of York is a world-class Russell Group member, ranked 17th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2025). The 100% online Masters programmes in management, business administration, public administration, and computer science offer flexibility and accessibility, allowing students to study from anywhere and start within weeks. The pay-per-module structure provides financial flexibility, and the next start date is 12 January 2026.