MSc Data Science at University of Bath

Programme overview

Ready to turn data into decisions that drive industries forward? Develop real-world skills in data science, AI and machine learning and graduate ready for employers across tech, finance and healthcare. Data science is driving global economic activity across healthcare, finance, technology, bioscience, energy and beyond, and the demand for people who can lead that change has never been greater.

What you will study

This course lasts 1 year. It starts in September 2027 and ends in 2028. Year 1 compulsory units include Analytic software technologies, Applied data science, Foundational machine learning, Statistical data science, Understanding deep learning.

Career pathways

After graduating, you'll be well placed for a variety of careers in data science - from large-scale commercial enterprises, to innovative tech start-ups. Alongside the specialist skills and knowledge you'll gain, our dedicated careers team offers individual guidance and help you decide between employment and further study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should have a Bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:2 or above. To apply for this course, your undergraduate degree can be in computer science with a strong mathematical focus, mathematics or any joint mathematics subject. Statistics, physics, astrophysics, engineering or other science degrees with sufficient baseline maths are also suitable. English language: IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,550 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for full-time 2025/26 entry onwards (MSc Data Science). Source

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for full-time 2025/26 entry onwards (MSc Data Science). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://samis.bath.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=TDUCM-DS01&code2=0011

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