MSc Advanced Computer Science with Data Science January start
Course overview
This programme prepares students with the skills needed to handle the challenges of the data revolution. It helps you understand how classical statistical methods are applied in the contemporary analysis of data and offers you opportunities to carry out a research project with the industry. The curriculum is focused on such critical fields as Distributed Information Systems and Machine Learning Data Analytics, which will assist in preparing students to work in different fields.
You will study using lectures, tutorials and labs, and it is a blend of individual and team learning. Students will gain expertise in computer and data science, alongside important skills in communication, teamwork and analysis. Assessment is conducted through written examinations, reports, oral presentations and moderated peer assessment. A significant MSc project is a core part of the summer semester.
Entry requirements
To be enrolled, you need to submit a personal statement, and a relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants should have at least a lower second-class (2:2) Honours degree, or an international equivalent, in computer science or a closely related subject.
- It is also important that you have significant programming experience, with knowledge of a language such as Python, Java, or C++.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from non-English speaking countries must achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no individual component score below 5.5. The University also accepts other equivalent English language tests.
Scholarships
Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Masters Study
The value of the scholarship award is £6,000 and will be deducted from your tuition fees.
Up to £6,000Faculty of Engineering: Dean’s International Excellence Award for Masters Study
Dean’s International Excellence Awards for Masters Study worth between £9,000 and £12,000 to exceptional applicants joining a postgraduate taught programme in September 2026.
Up to £9,000Faculty of Science International Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduate Taught Masters Students
The scholarships value will range from £7,000 to £8,000.
Up to £7,000Faculty of Science International Masters Scholarship
Scholarships of £6,000 are available to new international fee-paying students.
Up to £6,000Faculty of Science International Scholarship for MRes Physics
Scholarships of £7,000 are available to new international students joining the MRes Physics in the academic year 2025/26.
Up to £7,000Faculty of Science Scholarship for Online Masters Students
Scholarships of £1,900 are available to new students joining one of our online programmes in September 2026.
Up to £1,900Humanities & Social Sciences Alumni Scholarship: Postgraduate Taught
Value: 20% tuition fee discount.
Up to 20% of feesHumanities & Social Sciences Dean's International Excellence Scholarship
The Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences is delighted to offer a number of Deans Excellence scholarships worth £10,000 to international students.
Up to £10,000Humanities & Social Sciences: International Masters Scholarships
The scholarships will be awarded to the value of £6,000 or £8,000.
Law Postgraduate Community Bursary
Value: £700
Up to £700Masters Scholarship for Physics International Students
Scholarships of £7,000 are available to new international fee-paying students joining a postgraduate taught masters degree in the Department of Physics in September 2026.
Up to £7,000MBA Part Time - Female Leader of the Future Scholarship
he value of each award will be £6500 - deducted from tuition fees.
Up to £6,500MBA Part time Visionary Scholarship
The value of each award will be £6500 - deducted from tuition fees.
Up to £6,500SBS International Masters Scholarship
Scholarship awards will range from £7,000 to £9,000, depending on the programme and course fee.
Up to £7,000Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Award for International Students
Value: Varies by course fee - Between £10,000 and £12,000
Up to £10,000Strathclyde Full Time MBA 60th Anniversary Scholarships
Value: 50% of Full Time MBA tuition fee.
Up to 50% of feesTuition Fee Reduction of 25% for NHS Employees
Up to 25% of tuition fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of this programme work as.
- Data Analyst
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Solutions Architect
- Database Administrator
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students on the MSc Advanced Computer Science with Data Science (January start) at the University of Strathclyde is £30,250.
Admission
International students can apply directly through the university's online application system. Please speak with our experienced counsellors for help.
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