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MSci Data Science at University of Exeter

University of Exeter, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Our MSci in Data Science has been developed in collaboration with industry, using current methods, platforms, software and data, to ensure you are fully prepared for workplace practice upon graduation. Throughout your studies at Exeter, you will develop fundamental mathematical and computational techniques via a mixture of individual and group learning. Our data science courses support you in becoming an outstanding, dynamic problem solver with an excellent technical skillset, preparing you for a fantastic array of professions that require the technical expertise of a data scientist.

Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated masters)  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

MSci Data Science is an innovative interdisciplinary course designed with industry and aimed at those wishing to work or research in the data science sector. In your first year, you will be introduced to the fundamental technical and professional skills needed to successfully engage with machine learning, artificial intelligence and data science. You will learn core knowledge and practical skills relating to data structures and algorithms that are commonly applied in this topic area, as well as some of the most common techniques and applications of AI and machine learning.

Career pathways

The broad-based skills acquired during your degree will give you an excellent grounding for a wide variety of careers, not only those related to Data Science but also in wider fields.

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Entry requirements

UCAS code GG17. Typical offer: A levels: AAA-AAB; IB: 36/666-34/665; BTEC: DDD A-Level: AAA-AAB (GCE A-Level Maths grade B in Mathematics, Pure Mathematics or Further Mathematics). IB: 36/666-34/665 (HL 5 in Mathematics (Analysis and approaches or Applications and interpretations)). BTEC: DDD (Applicants studying a BTEC Extended Diploma are also required to achieve a grade B at A-Level in Mathematics). GCSE: 4/C (Grade 4/C in GCSE English Language). Access to HE: 30 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 15 L3 credits at Merit Grade (12 L3 credits at Merit Grade in an acceptable Mathematics subject area). T-Level: T-Levels not accepted. English language: Profile B1 (international applicants)

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 4 years

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