MSc Data Science for Environmental Science
Course overview
The MSc Data Science for Environmental Science at the University of East Anglia (UEA) is a one-year full-time master’s programme. It is designed for students who want to apply data science tools to environmental problems. The course covers how to collect, clean, and analyse large environmental datasets. It also shows how to build models for climate, ecosystems, water, or air systems. At the end of the programme, students complete an independent project where they apply what they have learned to a real environmental challenge.
The programme begins with core modules that build foundational knowledge in programming, such as statistics, data handling, and environmental science concepts. After that, students move into specialised topics. The final stage is a substantial individual project, supervised by a member of staff, where students explore a topic of their choice related to environmental data science. Students learn through a mix of lectures, hands-on computer labs, seminars, and workshops. Assessment methods include coursework, lab reports, programming tasks, written exams, and the final independent project or dissertation.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants typically require a UK 2:2 bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject such as environmental science, life sciences, computing, mathematics, or a similar field.
English Proficiency:
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International applicants typically need to demonstrate English proficiency with an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no section score below 5.5.
Scholarships
10% Alumni Tuition Fee Discount Scheme
We highly value our alumni at UEA, so a 10% fee reduction scholarship is available to graduates looking to stay with us or return for postgraduate study.
Up to 10% of feesBritish Council Great Scholarship
British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, UEA is offering a GREAT Scholarship worth £10,000 to students from Bangladesh and Kenya.
Up to £10,000David Sainsbury Scholarships in Global Plant Health
The full cost of the tuition fee (£36,000 international fee for 2026-27, £16,000 UK fee). Each 50% fee scholarship will cover up to up to 50% of the full cost of the tuition fee.
International Early Payment Awards (September Start)
Early Deposit Award – £500; Full Payment Award – up to £1,000.
International PG Merit Scholarship C
£4,000 - if you achieve the equivalent of UK 2:2 bachelor’s degree classification; £5,000 - if your final undergraduate grade is equivalent to at least UK 2:1 bachelor’s degree classification.
Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement – John Innes Centre MSc Scholarship
Total Value - £13,250
Up to £13,250The Annabel Abbs Scholarship
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Vice Chancellor’s Global Impact and Leadership Scholarship (September Start)
Total Value - £10,000 towards tuition fees.
Up to £10,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Data Science for Environmental Science at the University of East Anglia are equipped to work in roles where data science meets environmental science. Possible job titles include:
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Environmental Data Scientist
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Climate Data Analyst
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GIS and Remote Sensing Specialist
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Environmental Modelling Consultant
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Sustainability Data Engineer
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students to study MSc Data Science for Environmental Science in the University of East Anglia is £25,700. Students can expect a maximum annual increase of up to 4%.
Admission
Applicants for the University of East Anglia MSc Data Science for Environmental Science course can apply through UEA’s postgraduate application system. If you need assistance, feel free to reach out to our experienced counsellors at AHZ.
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