MSc in Data Science

University of Bristol

Bristol, Avon, UK
MSc in Data Science
Duration1 Year
LevelMasters Program
  • If students want to improve the world through the responsible use of data, the MSc in Data Science will give them the skills to do so. They will learn how to understand, in-depth, the computational and statistical principles of modern data science and be skilled at the rigorous and ethical application of these techniques to real-world challenges
  • This MSc aims to:
    • Equip students with the ability to work across disciplinary boundaries in the effective application and deployment of data-intensive solutions in a variety of contexts
    • Give graduates a breadth and depth of knowledge and skills in computational, machine learning, and statistical principles and the capability for insightful large-scale data analysis, so you will be able to specify and implement analytical pipelines for real-world data at scale
    • Provides students with a good understanding of the ethical issues in the application of contemporary data science techniques to real-world challenges so they can be conversant with arguments concerning the risks and potential benefits and disadvantages arising from the deployment of these technologies
    • Enables students to independently initiate data science projects specified at a high-level perspective, leading them from scoping onward to completion, while exercising appropriate project management methods and maintaining stakeholder engagement
  • The MSc in Data Science has been co-designed with industrial partners and is highly relevant to rewarding employment opportunities. There is a strong emphasis on responsible innovation and ethics to encourage students to use your knowledge and skills for societal good in the workplace or through further research. The course is closely associated with excellent research in the university, ensuring leading-edge teaching
Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & fees2505074 INR
Hostel & Meals562881 INR
Books and photocopying40568 INR
Miscellaneous expenses223124 INR
Total826573 INR

Entry Criteria

Class 12thNo specific cutoff mentioned
Bachelors60.0%
  • Applicants must hold/achieve a minimum of an upper-second class honors degree (also known as a 2:1) (or international equivalent) in numerate science, computer science, or engineering
  • University understands that the majority of candidates from India have been taught in English throughout their education. Many departments will accept CBSE or CISCE English at 80% or above in lieu of another English test, with an MOI letter confirming that English is the teaching language of your institution
  • The majority of the master’s programs require a first-class degree (60% or higher) from a recognized Indian University, with specific grades depending on the institution Competitive programs may require first class with distinction
  • University is aware that at many of India's elite higher education colleges it is very rare to be awarded a first-class. For this reason, a number of the departments may be willing to consider candidates from top colleges who have achieved 55% or above
ExamsIELTS: 6.5
  • Minimum of 6.0 in all bands

PTE: 67
  • Minimum of 60 in each band

Additional info
  • The English language can be waived off if:
    • The applicant has 70% in English in India (CISCE and CBSE) Standard XII
    • or
    • The applicant has 80% in English in India (Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal state boards)
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