Course overview
Learn to collect, analyse and model data to support decisions, using programming, statistics and machine learning.
This is a Level 7 postgraduate course, usually completed in one year of full-time study.
What you’ll study
Typical topics include:
- Programming for data science
- Statistics and data analysis
- Machine learning
- Big data and databases
- Data science project
Exact modules vary by institution — your adviser will share the full module list for the place you choose.
Entry requirements
- A UK bachelor’s degree (usually 2:2 or above) or an international equivalent
- Relevant work experience may be considered if you don’t meet the usual grades
- International applicants: English at IELTS 6.0–6.5 or equivalent
- A personal statement and an up-to-date CV
Career paths
- Data scientist
- Data analyst
- Business intelligence analyst
- Machine learning engineer
How UEC helps
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