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Within the Applied Data Science (Ecology and Evolution) MSc programme from The University of Exeter you'll:

Develop expertise in data-driven perspectives on ecology, evolution, conservation, biodiversity, and epidemiology

Based at our stunning Penryn Campus in Cornwall and run jointly by the University’s Environment and Sustainability Institute and the Centre for Ecology and Conservation

Be exposed to a wide variety of data and data analytics approaches with opportunities to work with industry, charities, or the public sector

You’ll be immersed in the “Big Data revolution” and develop expertise in data-driven perspectives on ecology, evolution, conservation, biodiversity, and epidemiology

Gain the skills and experience you need to succeed in the demanding and fast growing data analytics sectors particularly in relation to ecology and evolution

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This Applied Data Science (Ecology and Evolution) programme from The University of Exeter, is aimed primarily at Life Science graduates looking to further develop expertise in ecology, evolution, conservation, biodiversity, or epidemiology, and to tap into or up-skill for the “Big Data revolution” in the field and in general.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Trends in Data Science and AI

Data Science and Modelling Dissertation

Tackling Sustainability Challenges using Data and Models

Evolutionary and Behavioural Ecology: Frontiers and Approaches

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-18 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-08-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Penryn, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data Ecology View 408 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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90

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General requirements

A good degree (normally a 2:2).

Successful applicants will usually have at least an A-level or equivalent in Mathematics and/or have received quantitative skills training as part of their undergraduate programme, or possess relevant professional experience.
Prior experience of coding is not necessary on this course.

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Tuition Fee

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International

27500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27500 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

12100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12100 GBP per year during 12 months.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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