MSc Data Science
Course overview
MSc Data Science at the University of Roehampton is a one-year full-time or a two-year part-time programme that provides students with advanced skills in analysing, modelling and interpreting data. Students benefit from emphasising real-world workflows, working with real data sets, applying techniques, and studying topics such as machine learning, data visualisation, mathematics for data science, programming, and data analytics.
Students learn through a blended model of workshops, practical labs, seminars, and self-study and will be assessed using assignments, projects, real-world tasks, and a final research project. There is also an option to take a Professional Experience Year to gain work placement experience.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements
Candidates should hold at least a Second-Class Honours degree (2:2) or equivalent in a STEM-related course from a recognised institution.
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English must achieve an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no section lower than 5.5, or provide an equivalent recognised qualification.
Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarship - Postgraduate
Scholarships value: £4000 scholarships (1 year); £2500 scholarships (1 year); £1000 scholarships (1 year).
Career opportunities
After completing the MSc Data Science programme from the University of Roehampton, graduates can pursue roles such as:
- Software Developer
- Data Scientist/Analyst
- Systems Architect
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Engineer
- Machine Learning Engineer
Cost of study
The tuition fee for an MSc Data Science degree from the University of Roehampton, London, is £18,250 for the 2025/2026 academic year.
Admission
To apply for this course, you can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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