Overview

Key facts

The MSc combines advanced data analytics with planetary and space sciences. You will gain a strong foundation in planetary science, remote sensing imagery, big data analysis, machine learning, and computational modelling, working with real-world planetary and Earth observation datasets.
Designed to meet the growing demand for data-literate planetary scientists and scientifically literate data professionals, you will learn how to explore planetary systems and extract insights from complex data in a rapidly evolving scientific landscape.
You’ll study alongside graduates from a wide range of disciplines, including Earth science, computing, mathematics, physics, and engineering, and be well prepared for doctoral study or data-driven careers in space agencies, research institutions, environmental organisations, and tech companies. The Planetary and Data Sciences programme is offered at University of Aberdeen.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-02 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

90

OR

4.5

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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90

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62

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6.5

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General requirements

2:2 (lower second class) Honours degree or equivalent in any subject will be considered.
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Tuition Fees

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28950 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

10500 GBP / year

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Living costs

Aberdeen

United Kingdom

729 - 1069 GBP / month

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