University of Essex

MSc Applied Data Science

University of EssexColchester Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The MSc Applied Data Science at the University of Essex is a conversion course specifically designed for students from undergraduate backgrounds in the humanities, social or life sciences, or business studies. It will equip them with postgraduate-level skills in essential data science methods with various applications, using case studies that combine AI and data analysis for practical learning.

The course introduces students to programming with the R language as well as text analytics. They will cover topics such as using R for statistical modelling and decision-making, artificial intelligence (AI), deep and statistical learning and applied statistics.

Courses are assessed on the results of students' written examinations, together with continual assessments of their practical work and coursework. They will be provided with a list of dissertation titles or topics proposed by staff for a 10,000-30,000-word 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 Applied Data Science from the University of Essex can pursue various career opportunities, including:

  • AI Engineer
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Data Scientist
  • Data Analyst
  • Technology Product Manager

Cost of study

For international students enrolling in the MSc Applied Data Science in the University of Essex, the tuition fee is £22,750.

Admission

Prospective students can submit their applications for this course through the university's portal. If you require support during the application process, feel free to reach out to one of our trained counsellors for assistance.

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