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.
University of Birmingham · Birmingham
MSc Data Science
Conversion master's that brings graduates from non-computing backgrounds up to speed with programming, statistics and machine learning for data analysis. Leads to data scientist and analyst roles.
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
- 2:1 honours degree in any subject other than computing
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Four-year Special or Professional Bachelor's degree: 60-74% or CGPA 3.30/4.0 (B+) for 2:1 courses, 55-59% or CGPA 3.0/4.0 (B) for 2:2 courses
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, 6.0 in any band
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Birmingham.
- 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 birmingham.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 University of Birmingham before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.