University of Essex

MSc Data Science with Professional Placement

University of EssexColchester Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The MSc Data Science with Professional Placement at the University of Essex is designed to equip students with the skills needed to model and manipulate data for problem-solving and decision-making. The course provides solid foundations in mathematics and statistics with computer programming and covers areas like probability, data analysis, Machine Learning, and Data Visualisation.

Teaching involves weekly lectures, classes, and practical laboratory sessions, while assessment includes written examinations and the evaluation of practical and coursework. The programme also includes a mandatory professional placement year to enable students to apply their skills in an organisational environment before completing a final dissertation project.

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum component score of 5.5 in all components.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Discount

    First Class or Distinction, 2.1 or Merit, 2.2 or successful completion of a Masters, Graduate or PG Diploma - 20%.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Essex Futures BT– Masters Scholarship

    School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (CSEE) is delighted to be offering up to six scholarship worth £5,500 each for 1 year full time.

    Up to £5,500

  • Global Talent Masters Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a scholarship worth £5,000, paid as a discount on your tuition fee.

    Up to £5,000

  • Hugh Brogan Bursary

    If you are applying to study a History MA degree, you could be eligible for one of four available cash bursaries worth £2,500.

    Up to £2,500

  • Postgraduate Masters (PGT) International Health Bursary

    The University is offering a bursary of £776 for Masters (PGT) international students.

    Up to £776

  • Postgraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £6,500, for your first year of study at Essex.

    Up to £6,500

  • Sociology and Criminology - Fuller PGT Scholarship

    The Department of Sociology and Criminology is offering scholarships of £11,025 to support six postgraduate students to study within the department in 2026-2027.

    Up to £11,025

  • The Eleonore Koch Travel Fund

    The School of Philosophical, Historical & Interdisciplinary Studies is offering a bursary of up to £5,000.

  • The Essex MBA Dean's Award

    The school is able to offer fee discounts between 10% - 100% of tuition fee value.

  • The Ronald J. Hill Fund

    The department of Government is offering a bursary of £3,000 to assist one postgraduate student within the department of Government to assist with tuition fees or living costs.

    Up to £3,000

  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Data Science with Professional Placement from the University of Essex can work as:

  • Machine Learning Engineers

  • Data Engineers

  • Quantitative Analysts

  • Data Architects

  • Database Administrators

Cost of study

For the MSc Data Science with Professional Placement in the University of Essex, the annual tuition fee for international students is £22,750.

Admission

Candidates can apply for this course using the university’s online application process. You can also speak with our trained counsellors for assistance.

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