MSc Machine Learning and Data Science (Online) at Imperial College London

Develop an in-depth understanding of machine learning models and learn to apply them to real-world problems. Accelerate your career in industry or research with this online, part-time master’s course, integrating mathematical rigor with practical machine learning and data science skills. You’ll gain expertise in tackling complex data by implementing scalable solutions using industry-standard tools, including PySpark.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences  |  Department: Department of Mathematics  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: part-time, online  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Programming for Data Science, Applicable Mathematics, Exploratory Data Analytics and Visualisation, Supervised Learning, Ethical Machine Learning and Data Science Part 1, Unsupervised Learning, Bayesian Methods and Computation.

Career pathways

Graduates of our Department go on to succeed in a wide range of sectors. These include finance, consultancy, data science, cyber security, government, energy, automotive, retail, healthcare, and pharmaceuticals. Typical roles include Quantitative Analyst, Quantitative Researcher, Commodities Trader, Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Developer, Engineering Analyst, Credit Risk Analyst.

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