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.

What you will study

University of Surrey's Data Science MSc, designed in collaboration with industry, combines in-depth study of the theory and practice of data science with an optionalâ€¯year-longâ€¯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.

During the MSc you will gain experience in working with real-world data sets through the entire data analysis pipeline. You’ll acquireâ€¯solid technical knowledge of current methods in machine learning and statistics, and their application in a business setting. We also cover important practical topics such as building and querying databases and working in the cloud. Through our optional module choices, you can customise your MSc to specialise in topics such as Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning and advanced methods in AI and machine learning.

You’ll also complete a dissertation where you can further explore an area that interests you with guidance from a supervisor. Our dissertation projects involveâ€¯topicalâ€¯real-world problems,â€¯oftenâ€¯linked intoâ€¯cutting-edge research. Before starting your dissertation you will learn how to approach a research project, including how to search the academic literature effectively and write up your findings, as well as ethical and security concerns specific to data science.

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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 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-24 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Guildford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data Data Analytics View 417 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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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.

We'll also consider relevant work experience if you don't meet these requirements.

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Tuition Fees

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25900 GBP / year

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12900 GBP / year

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Additional Details

September Full-time (with placement) - 2 years

UK £14,100
Overseas £27,100

Living costs

Guildford

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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Funding

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