MSc Data Science for Environmental Science
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
Governments, organisations, and industries worldwide are seeking professionals who can leverage data to make informed, sustainable decisions to help meet global challenges. This has resulted in a significant increase in demand for skilled data scientists with knowledge of the environmental sciences, a trend that is expected to continue. Our cutting-edge MSc in Data Science for Environmental Science is designed to prepare you to become a highly qualified data scientist.
This one-year Master’s course will equip you with proficiency in analysing environmental data, a skill applicable to a wide range of careers in both the public and private sectors, as well as in research. You’ll receive an excellent grounding in practical and theoretical aspects of data mining, Python, and statistics, with the opportunity to tailor your degree through modules in quantitative environmental sciences and modelling. Additionally, you’ll also have the flexibility to choose the focus of your dissertation.
Key highlights
- Practical and theoretical grounding in data mining, Python and statistics
- Optional modules in quantitative environmental sciences and modelling
- Flexibility to choose the focus of your dissertation
- Develops proficiency in analysing environmental data for sustainable decision-making
- Skills applicable across public sector, private sector and research careers
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — Typical UK Entry Requirements: Degree classification Bachelors degree - 2.2. Degree Subject Any science subject across physical and social sciences. Strong applicants from other backgrounds with experience relevant to Environmental Sciences or Data Science are also encouraged to apply.
- International qualifications — Typical International Entry Requirements: Degree classification UK Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent Degree Subject Any science subject across physical and social sciences
Careers this course leads to
- Environmental data scientist
- Data analyst
- Environmental modeller
- Sustainability data analyst
- Research scientist
- Climate data analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £12,350 per year | International: £25,700 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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