Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Prepare, analyse and communicate insights from data.
- Apply statistical and machine-learning techniques.
- Use programming and data tools to solve practical problems.
Bath Spa University · Bath
MSc Data Science
A conversion master's for recent graduates and professionals from non-computing backgrounds, covering programming, data handling, machine learning and business intelligence. Ends with a dissertation or real-world project.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Data scientist
- Data analyst
- Machine-learning specialist
- Business intelligence analyst
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- Good honours degree desirable; GCSE-level Mathematics essential
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Bachelor's (Special or Honours) degree with 3.0/4.0, B or Second Lower
- English (IELTS)
- Most courses 6.5 overall, minimum 5.5 in each skill (some 6.0/5.5, 6.5/6.0 or 7.0/6.0)
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Bath Spa University.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on bathspa.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Bath Spa University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.