MSc Applied Data Science and Modelling

at University of Exeter

The concurrent crises of health, climate and environment require interdisciplinary solutions underpinned by sophisticated contemporary understanding and modelling in a data-intensive world. This programme immerses students in a fusion of the “Big Data revolution” and modern mathematical modelling within a challenges-led learning environment.
 

• Term 1: students develop core skills and understanding through the fundamentals modules in data science and in computational modelling and simulation
   
• Term 2: students are exposed to state-of-the-art methods in the Trends in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence module, can select from options including Complex Systems and Applied Artificial Intelligence and Control, and put their data science and modelling skills into practice by completing the interdisciplinary, inquiry-led module Tackling Sustainability Challenges using Data and Models
   
• Term 3: students undertake an advanced data science and modelling project
   

The modules we outline here provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand.
 

Compulsory modules

• Trends in Data Science and AI

• Data Science and Modelling Dissertation

• Tackling Sustainability Challenges using Data and Models

• Computational Modelling and Simulation

A good degree (normally a 2:2).
 

Successful applicants will usually have at least an A-level or equivalent in Mathematics and/or have received quantitative skills training as part of their undergraduate programme, or possess relevant professional experience.
 

Prior experience of coding is not necessary on this course.
 

English language requirements
 

• IELTS

  Overall score 6.5. No less than 6.0 in any section.
   

• TOEFL

  Overall score 90 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, 21 for listening, 22 for reading and 23 for speaking.

UK fees per year:
£10,000 full-time 
 

International fees per year:
£23,000 full-time

This programme is aimed primarily at Maths, Physics, and Computer Science graduates looking to further develop the quantitative skills required to be prepared for the “Big Data revolution” alongside applying or developing modelling skills relevant to the “Sustainability Challenges” faced by modern society (Disease, Food, Water, Energy, Populations, and Climate Change).
 

National and international job opportunities

Internationally, many other countries are making similar investments with major industrial nations including the US, India and China investing heavily in renewable generation. This investment will create broad opportunities for those seeking to work in the sector, both nationally and internationally.