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MSc Ecology & Epidemiology, Data Science for at University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Become a specialist in the data science for conservation, biodiversity, and infectious disease ecology. Master the advanced statistical and computational skills required to describe complex ecological processes, infer the hidden drivers of disease and biodiversity loss, and predict the impact of interventions to drive global change.

Duration: 12 months full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

The programme builds scientific writing, statistical analysis and experimental design skills, with core courses in Semester 1 and 60 flexible credits in the second term, including options in biodiversity monitoring and quantitative analysis of ecological and epidemiological data. A total of 180 credits are required.

Career pathways

Graduates of this programme are distinct from general biology graduates. You will be positioned for technical roles that require robust analytical capabilities. Our alumni frequently secure positions such as: Data Scientist for environmental NGOs (e.g., RSPB, BTO) and government agencies (e.g., DEFRA, NatureScot)

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Entry requirements

Lower second-class (2.2) honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) in Ecology, Evolution, Mathematics, Statistics, Earth Sciences and Epidemiology. Applicants must have some evidence of statistical training or experience. We may also accept degrees in subjects listed above with no evidence of statistics training. We may also accept 2.2 degrees in other subjects. Please provide a personal statement detailing your statistical training/experience and why you wish to study this programme. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest less than 6.0 (IELTS One Skill Retake accepted; General Training not accepted); equivalent TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1/C2, LanguageCert, Duolingo and other listed tests are accepted, taken within 2 years 5 months of the start date; a degree from a majority-English-speaking country may be accepted instead. International applicants for September 2027 entry apply in rounds: Round 1 1 October to 5 November 2026 (decision by 18 December 2026), Round 2 to 17 December 2026, Round 3 to 4 February 2027, Round 4 to 25 March 2027, Round 5 to 13 May 2027, Round 6 14 May to 8 July 2027 (decision by 29 July 2027). UK applicants: 24 August 2027.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,481 for the whole programme (2027-28). Full-time (Home & RUK) Source

International applicants: GBP 31,515 for the whole programme (2027-28). Full-time (International & EU) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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