Kingston University

MSc Data Science

Kingston University

Course overview

The MSc Data Science at Kingston University will enable students to enhance their existing computing knowledge or gain new skills that can help them secure roles in one of the fastest-growing employment fields in the digital economy. Students will learn how to run data projects, develop data solutions, design data products and build software systems/tools.

In this course, students will gain a deeper understanding of the needs of businesses and how to manage the requirements in this emerging international area of focus for companies, governments, and economies. They will have the ability to relate key performance indicators and contribute to the decision-making within a business, giving them an advantage in the job market.

Entry requirements

Applicants must provide a personal statement. This statement should explain why they wish to join the course and include other important details about their studies. A reference from a teacher or employer who knows the applicant's abilities is also needed. Students can also choose to upload their CV to show any relevant work experience they have.

Grade Requirements:

Applicants are expected to have qualifications equivalent to a second-class honours degree in computing, software engineering, or cybersecurity.

English Proficiency:

International students whose first language is not English are expected to show proof that they are proficient in the language. To evaluate this, an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each element is required.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    Award: 10% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Award

    The Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Materials and Research Award is a £2,500 bursary, awarded each year to an MA Fashion or MA Sustainable Fashion student.

    Up to £2,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

    Award: Tuition fees, travel costs and living allowance subsidised.

  • International Merit-Based scholarships

    The scholarships are worth £5,000 towards your first year tuition fees.

    Up to £5,000

  • Niloufar Ebrahim Scholarship

    The scholarship will cover a portion of tuition fees for the applicant, up to the value of £1,000.

  • Postgraduate Progression Scholarship

    The Kingston University Postgraduate Progressions Scholarship offers a 15% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees.

  • The Kingston Impact Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee contribution to two MBA students.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Kingston MBA Scholarship

    Kingston University Business School is proud to offer a tuition fee scholarship of £5,000 to self-funded candidates.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Data Science from Kingston 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 international students enrolling in the MSc Data Science from Kingston University, the tuition fee for the 2025/26 academic session is £19,300.

Admission

To apply for this course, you will need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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