University of East Anglia UEA

MSc Data Science

University of East Anglia UEA

Course overview

The University of East Anglia MSc Data Science course is designed to train professionals to become highly skilled data analysts, equipping them for careers in many industries that rely on large-scale data use. The programme provides a strong practical and theoretical foundation in data mining and statistics, with an opportunity to specialise through optional modules in areas such as artificial intelligence, information visualisation, or programming.

Students in this course will learn through lectures, seminars, and lab sessions, which will ensure hands-on experience with statistical and data mining software. Students’ progress will be assessed through individual and group written work, practical demonstrations, examinations, and a key element of the course is an individual dissertation project, which may involve working with an industrial partner.

Entry requirements

Candidates should ensure their application provides a detailed account of their academic background, and it is helpful to provide relevant supporting documents, such as a personal statement and academic references.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants need to have at least a lower second-class (2.2) UK Honours degree or the equivalent international qualification. 

  • The degree should be in Computing, Mathematics, or a related subject that demonstrates competence in mathematics, statistics, data handling, or database manipulation. 

  • Candidates should also be able to demonstrate some prior programming experience, gained either through their qualifications or professional work experience.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds must achieve a minimum overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. 

  • The University also accepts several other recognised English language qualifications, such as TOEFL and PTE.

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Tuition Fee Discount Scheme

    We highly value our alumni at UEA, so a 10% fee reduction scholarship is available to graduates looking to stay with us or return for postgraduate study.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • British Council Great Scholarship

    British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, UEA is offering a GREAT Scholarship worth £10,000 to students from Bangladesh and Kenya.

    Up to £10,000

  • David Sainsbury Scholarships in Global Plant Health

    The full cost of the tuition fee (£36,000 international fee for 2026-27, £16,000 UK fee). Each 50% fee scholarship will cover up to up to 50% of the full cost of the tuition fee.

  • International Early Payment Awards (September Start)

    Early Deposit Award – £500; Full Payment Award – up to £1,000.

  • International PG Merit Scholarship C

    £4,000 - if you achieve the equivalent of UK 2:2 bachelor’s degree classification; £5,000 - if your final undergraduate grade is equivalent to at least UK 2:1 bachelor’s degree classification.

  • Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement – John Innes Centre MSc Scholarship

    Total Value - £13,250

    Up to £13,250

  • The Annabel Abbs Scholarship

    Please contact the provider

  • Vice Chancellor’s Global Impact and Leadership Scholarship (September Start)

    Total Value - £10,000 towards tuition fees.

    Up to £10,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of this course work as:

  • Data Scientist

  • Data Analyst

  • Data Miner

  • Business Intelligence Analyst

  • Database Specialist

  • Machine Learning Engineer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for International students taking the MSc Data Science at UEA is £25,700 per year of study.

Admission

International students can apply for the University of East Anglia MSc Data Science course directly to the university. Our experienced advisors are available to assist you.

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