MSc Data Analytics
Course overview
The MSc in Data Analytics from De Montfort University is designed to equip students with the technical expertise needed for a career in industry. This course prepares them for roles in analytics by developing their technical expertise and professional skills in business intelligence.
Throughout the 12-18 month programme, students will gain an in-depth understanding of the concepts, techniques, development and application of business intelligence systems through relevant software tools. They will apply their technical knowledge and further progress their analytical expertise by focusing on specific data science subject areas such as data mining techniques and methods.
Entry requirements
Applicants need to write a personal statement. In this, they should explain why they want to study this course and give other important information about their studies. They also need to provide a reference from a teacher or someone they worked for. Students can also add their CV to their applications to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants are expected to have qualifications equivalent to a second-class lower (2:2) honours degree in a relevant subject.
English Proficiency:
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Candidates whose primary language is not English are required to have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill area.
Scholarships
Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship
The DMU Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship offers De Montfort University graduates an exclusive 20% discount on tuition fees.
Up to 20% of fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Data Analytics programme from De Montfort University can pursue various career roles, including:
- Marketing Analyst
- Marketing Research Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Product Marketing Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Data Scientist
Cost of study
For the 2025-26 academic year, the tuition fees for the MSc in Data Analytics at De Montfort University for international students are £18,100.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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