Overview

Data Science, PGDip from University of Leicester will give you the skills to use cutting-edge data science tools to solve important problems in a wide range of areas (science, business, the arts and culture, government). The programme focus is just as much on the skills of creative and ethical problem solving as it is on developing technical skills.

We recognise that all of us will need to work with artificial intelligence tools in the future, and for the benefit of humanity data science teams must include experts with a diverse range of skills, experience and background. Also, recent developments in programming tools coupled with intelligent use of AI assistance mean that it is not necessary to have a degree in computer science or mathematics to develop powerful data-driven solutions in a professional and ethical manner.

Careers and employability

The leading employers for data scientists tend to be in the finance, retail and ecommerce sectors. Businesses in these sectors are keen to better understand their audience groups to target their focus on relevant products and offerings.

However, there are opportunities in an increasingly wide range of jobs: recent adverts include posts in the arts and heritage (including the National Gallery), UNICEF, publishing and the UK Parliament. Jobs are also available with: government departments, NHS, universities and research institutes.

The individual can be promoted to more senior data science roles within a given company, which may involve line management of junior data scientists. Promotion from junior to senior data scientist can take between two to five years.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Overview of Data Science Practice

Statistics for Data Science

Modelling Data

Information Visualisation

Creative Problem Solving

Data Science Research Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-04 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-24 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leicester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data View 409 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:1 degree (or equivalent) in any subject.

IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16150 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

8260 GBP / year

≈ 8260 GBP / year

Living costs

Leicester

United Kingdom

751 - 1426 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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