MSc Environmental Data Science at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Numerical models, satellite Earth observation and environmental data science are central to how researchers, governments and organisations understand environmental systems, assess risk and support decision-making. Our MSc in Environmental Data Science will provide you with the practical skills to pursue a career in this exciting area. You will study in the School of Geographical Sciences, ranked 15th globally for Geography (QS World University Subject Rankings 2026).

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Department: School of Geographical Sciences | Duration: One year full-time, Two years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The programme's mandatory units introduce key ideas and techniques and provide foundations for independent research during the dissertation in the summer months, supported by an academic supervisor. You will learn both Python and R in environmental data science and modelling techniques. Your optional units provide the opportunity to shape your MSc programme to suit your research interests.

Career pathways

In addition to the University's wide range of career services, the School of Geographical Sciences offers dedicated coaching sessions and workshops to support students' future careers. The School also regularly organizes alumni events to help bridge the current students with past graduates working in various sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent in any social science, science, mathematics, or professional degree (medicine, architecture, planning or engineering). All other degree subjects will be considered on a case-by-case basis if you can demonstrate academic experience in data science, GIS, coding, modelling, or statistics. Alternatively, six months paid work experience/internship in a quantitative, data science or analysis, or GIS role in government, NGO or industry may be considered to demonstrate sufficient academic experience; these will be considered on a case-by-case basis. English language: profile level E.

Domestic applicants: GBP 15,000 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 33,200 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: One year full-time, Two years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/start-application/

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