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Data Science (Geospatial) MSc at University of Leicester

University of Leicester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This course models, analyses and interprets social, economic and environmental phenomena, applying data science, spatial analysis and geographical artificial intelligence.

Faculty: College of Science and Engineering  |  Department: School of Chemical Earth and Environmental Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years full-time (with industry)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Fundamentals of GIS, Overview of Data Science Practice, Statistics for Data Science, Fundamentals of Data Science, Geospatial Artificial Intelligence, Modelling Data, plus a dissertation (MSc only).

Career pathways

The programme provides technical and transferable skills for a range of career aspirations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a second-class honours degree in any subject. Students with nonstandard qualifications are encouraged to apply, and relevant professional experience is considered. English language: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,850 for the whole programme (2027/28). Fee as listed for the MSc course. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,100 for the whole programme (2027/28). Fee as listed for the MSc course. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years full-time (with industry)

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