Overview

There is a rapidly growing demand for skilled data scientists who can extract insights, make predictions, and drive decision-making using data-driven approaches. University of Surrey 's Data Science MSc degree will give you the comprehensive training in the theory, methods, and applications you’ll need to work in this dynamic field.

Career opportunities

This Data Science programme combines in-depth study of the theory and practice of data science with an optional year-long work placement, where you’ll get the chance to apply your knowledge to industry-relevant challenges. A placement also allows you to discover the business value of data-oriented research and development. You’ll acquire solid technical knowledge of data science principles and practices, machine learning and data mining, practical business analytics, database systems and cloud computing. You can also customise this MSc with optional modules in information security, natural language processing and advanced artificial intelligence. You’ll complete a dissertation where you can further explore an area that interests you. Our dissertation projects involve topical real-world problems, often linked into cutting-edge research. Graduates of this course are in high demand across many sectors, and go on to roles such as data scientist, data analyst, data engineer, data architect or business analyst. University of Surrey graduates have joined companies such as:
Allianz Partners

Bank of America

Fluro

Healthera

IBM

KPMG

NBCUniversal

Rolls-Royce

S&P Global.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Database Systems

Practical Business Analytics

Data Science Principles And Practices

Machine Learning And Data Mining

Cloud Computing

Data Science Principles And Practices

Machine Learning And Data Mining

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00

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Applicants who don't require a student visa can continue to apply until 1 September

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Guildford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data Data Analytics View 240 other Masters in Data Analytics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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120

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88

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67

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6.5

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General requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in computer science, electrical or electronic engineering, mathematics, physics, related disciplines with demonstrable exposure to programming and mathematics, or other alternative subjects related to data analysis, data science or informatics, or a recognised equivalent international qualification.

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Tuition Fees

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24900 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

12400 GBP / year

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Living costs

Guildford

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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