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.
City St George's, University of London · London
MSc Data Science
Develops advanced skills in machine learning, data analysis and visualisation, taught by research-active staff. An optional 12-month professional placement route (24 months total) gives industry experience for data-driven careers.
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
- UK first or upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in a subject such as computing, maths, physics, engineering or economics
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lankan 4-year Bachelor Special or professional degree: 2:1, grade B+ or GPA 3.3/4.0 for courses asking a UK 2:1; 2:2, grade B or GPA 3.0/4.0 for courses asking a UK 2:2
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no component below 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 City St George's, University of London.
- 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 citystgeorges.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 City St George's, University of London before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.