Data Science and Analytics MSc

at University of Leeds

The course will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to meet the challenges of data science in the modern world.
 

Modules can be chosen from the School of Mathematics; the School of Computing; the School of Geography and Leeds University Business School.
 

Mathematics modules are available for students who are not from a mathematics/statistics background, while Computing modules will be suitable for students on this programme who are not from a computer science background.
 

The course will introduce you to different perspectives on data science, including the mathematical and computational underpinnings of the subject and its applications in specific contexts.
 

The dissertation gives you the opportunity to demonstrate independent research skills necessary for a professional or academic career. It allows you to develop deep knowledge and understanding of practical issues whilst applying skills acquired throughout the programme. The list of topics is variable, but each project deals with a real-world problem and typically requires literature review, project planning, data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Many recent projects have involved co-supervision with the Leeds Clinical Trials Unit, Leeds Institute for Data Analytics (LIDA) and the MET office.
 

It is possible to involve an industrial partner in your dissertation, subject to the approval of the programme manager. We would expect students interested in partnering with industry to have an existing connection with their partner of choice.

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Data Science  
• Learning Skills through Case Studies    
• Dissertation in Data Science and Analytics

This is an extremely popular MSc. To be considered you will need to provide evidence of:

• A bachelor degree with a first or high 2:1 (hons) in a subject containing a substantial mathematical, statistical and/or computing component.

• All your key modules should have strong grades (mainly firsts with no key marks below 2:1).

• You must provide a list of the type and level of maths/computing modules that you have studied if this is not obvious from your transcript.
   

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component.
 

Fees

• UK: £11,750 (total)
• International: £26,500 (total)
   

A degree from Leeds and the experience you'll gain here will give you the edge to find the career you want. Your course will give you the experience and knowledge that employers are looking for to help you secure a job.

The emerging era of ‘big data’ brought about by the digital technology revolution shows no signs of abating. With the modern world producing ever-growing amounts of new information, data scientists will become increasingly important to help governments, businesses, researchers, NGOs and many other organisations make sense of it all.