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.
Northumbria University · Newcastle upon Tyne
MSc Data Science
Designed with industry partners to build practical data science and analytics skills. This listing is the 16-month January-start route; an advanced practice version is also available.
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
- Minimum 2:2 honours degree in a quantitative subject such as computing, engineering, maths or statistics
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Bachelor's (General, Special or Professional) with B / GPA 3.0 (Second Lower) for courses needing a 2:2, or B+ / GPA 3.3 (Second Upper) for courses needing a 2:1
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, 5.5 in each component
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Northumbria 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 northumbria.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 Northumbria University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.