MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (Earth and Environmental Analytics) at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Become an agile, skilled data scientist, and be prepared for the challenges and rewards of interdisciplinary teamwork. Apply data science to environmental challenges, climate questions and decision-making. Develop analytical, computational and environmental data skills for careers across policy, business, research, environmental sectors, and more.

What you will study

A master’s degree is formed of 180 credits. On the MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (Earth and Environmental Analytics pathway), there are six mandatory course units, including an extended research project worth 60 credits.

Career pathways

Career opportunities The University of Manchester is the most targeted university by the UK’s top graduate employers (High Fliers, The Graduate Market Report 2026). Our MSc in Data Science gives you the specialist knowledge and skills required for a range of careers across the public, private, and third sectors, such as in: banking and financial services; the Civil Service; the IT and tech sector; high-performance sports analysis; large retail...

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Application information

Entry requirements

High 2:1 honours degree (or overseas equivalent) See application and selection tab. In your application, you should demonstrate aptitude, knowledge and/or interest in three areas: data analytics and/or statistics; computational subjects; and pathway specific requirements. These can be demonstrated by course units taken at undergraduate level and high school level, or professional experience. English language: IELTS Academic test score of 7 overall with no component score below 6.5.

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/admissions/how-to-apply/

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