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 Reading · Reading
MSc Data Science and Advanced Computing
Taught by the Department of Computer Science, covering computational data analysis, machine learning and AI, cloud services and infrastructure, and AI ethics and data security. Suits computing, maths, engineering or science graduates with some programming experience.
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
- Normally at least a high 2:2 honours degree in computing or a related discipline (e.g. maths, engineering, physics, chemistry, economics) or relevant work experience; some programming experience required
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (Special, Professional or Honours) with grade average from Second Lower / GPA 3.0 / B to Second Upper / GPA 3.3 / B+ depending on course
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no component below 5.5
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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 Reading.
- 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 reading.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 Reading before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.