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 Leeds · Leeds
MSc Business Analytics and Decision Sciences
Teaches technical data analysis alongside the psychology of decision-making so graduates can turn data into business action. Suits analytically minded graduates aiming for analyst and consulting 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
- Bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons)
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- 2-year Masters degree, or 4-year Bachelor (Special or Honours) or Professional Bachelor: 2:1 = 60% (Bachelor) or 3.3 (Masters); 2:2 = 55% or 3.0; First = 70% or 3.5
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no less than 6.0 in any component
- English alternatives
- Minimum IELTS 6.0 (UG) / 6.5 (PG) overall, or GCSE English C/4 or equivalent
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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 Leeds.
- 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 courses.leeds.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 Leeds before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.