MSc Geographic Data Science and Spatial Analytics

at University of Bristol

Year 1 

The following units are must pass for the award of an MSc: GEOGM0046 Mapping and Modelling Geographic Data in R; GEOGM0054 Introduction to Scientific Computing; GEOGM0055 Urban Analytics and City Science
 

For the definition of must pass units please see the Glossary of Terms from Annex 1 to the Regulations and Code of Practice for 

Unit name

Students must take the following units:
 

• Dissertation: MSc Geographic Data Science and Spatial Analytics
• Urban Analytics and City Science
• Data Science and Machine Learning in Geography
• Mapping and Modelling Geographic Data in R
• Introduction to Scientific Computing
   

Select 40 credit points from the following:
 

• Consultancy Project
• Qualitative Research Methods in Human Geography
• An Introduction to GIS and Remote Sensing for Environmental Policy and Management
• Quantifying Climate Risks
• Earth System Modeling
• Geographic Information Retrieval and Integration

To be considered for admission to a master's degree programme at the University of Bristol, the minimum requirement for entry is an undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree that is equivalent to a UK upper second-class degree (also known as a 2:1).
 

• We understand that the majority of candidates from India have been taught in English throughout their education. Many departments will accept CBSE or CISCE English at 80% or above in lieu of another English test, with an MOI letter confirming that English is the teaching language of your institution.
• The majority of our master’s programmes require a first class degree (60% or higher) from a recognised Indian university, with specific grades depending on the institution. Competitive programmes may require first class with distinction. If you would like advice relating to your specific qualification, 
• We are aware that at many of India's elite higher education colleges it is very rare to be awarded a first class. For this reason, a number of our departments may be willing to consider candidates from top colleges who have achieved 55% or above.
• Applicants wishing to be considered for research study at Bristol should have a first class pass in their Indian bachelor’s degree and some research experience. It may also be advantageous to have completed a master’s degree with research elements.
   

Applicants must hold/achieve a minimum of an upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) and have studied one or more modules in Applied Statistics.

Relevant professional experience or qualifications may also be considered as equivalent to the academic entry requirements given above and considered on a case-by-case basis.
 

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you need to meet this profile level:

Admissions statement

Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

UK: full-time £10,800

Overseas: full-time £24,700

This MSc provides graduates with the skills needed for successful careers as data scientists and data consultants in private and public sector. They have gone on to work in consultancy and engineering companies, and also governmental and third sector organisations. Top graduates can populate research institutes and think-tanks and support the advancement of Geographic Data Science.