Overview

The Data Intensive Science course from the University of Cambridge is a response to the increasing demand for skilled research scientists capable of designing and implementing robust data analysis pipelines.

This programme provides students with a comprehensive understanding of data science techniques, preparing them for careers in various sectors, including science, health, finance, and e-commerce. The University boasts exceptional facilities and a strong network of partnerships, enhancing the learning experience and providing students with opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research.

By the end of this course, students will have:

thorough knowledge of statistical analysis including its application to research and how it underpins modern machine learning methods;
comprehensive understanding of data science and machine learning techniques and packages and their application to several practical research domains;
developed advanced skills in computer programming utilising modern software development best practices created in accordance with Open Science standards;
demonstrated abilities in the critical evaluation of data science tools and methodologies for their real-world application to scientific research problems.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The taught element comprises two module types; major modules which cover all essential aspects required for scientific data analysis, and minor modules which demonstrate the application of these data science skills to real-world scientific research areas. Candidates will be required to take seven modules in total for assessment comprising 5 major and 2 minor modules.
The data analysis project will focus on investigating the reproducibility of a key scientific data analysis in the literature. Students will select their project from a pre-approved list in Michaelmas term and will work on it over Lent and Easter terms with submission at the end of the course. The projects will be designed to be open-ended so students can improve or extend what is already published in the literature.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 10 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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General requirements

Applicant’s degree should be in science or a technology discipline, and applicants are expected to demonstrate abilities at an adequate level in mathematics especially in the domain of linear algebra, statistics and probability. Candidates should also demonstrate sufficient training to engage with the scientific content of at least 2 minor modules.

Tuition Fees

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41064 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

15672 GBP / year

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Living costs

Cambridge

United Kingdom

846 - 1465 GBP / month

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Funding

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