MSc Urban Analytics at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

An MSc teaching how to analyse urban big data, including AI-driven methods, to inform urban planning and policy. Closely connected with the Urban Big Data Centre and the Data Lab.

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Five core courses (Big Data, AI & Urban Analytics; Principles and Applications of GIS; Programming Tools for Urban Analytics; Quantitative Data Analysis; Urban Analytics Group Project) and two to four options such as Smart Cities and Infrastructure or Fundamentals of Transport Studies, plus a research dissertation.

Career pathways

Positions in government agencies, urban planning organisations, city governments and public health boards, with skills transferable across industries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 Honours (or non-UK equivalent) in any Social Science subject or a relevant degree such as Geography, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Public Health, Economics, Statistics, GIS, Information Science, Data Science, Engineering or Architecture; a 2.2 may sometimes be accepted. Relevant work experience may be considered (CV required). Applicants below 2:1 or in an unrelated subject must complete a personal statement. International applicants: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0 (other accepted tests listed by the university; tests must be taken within 2 years 5 months of programme start).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,481 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee (Home & RUK) Source

International applicants: GBP 28,275 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee (International & EU) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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