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.
Teesside University · Middlesbrough
MSc Data Science
Builds specialist data science skills such as analytics and machine learning, taught by staff from the university's machine intelligence research group. Aimed at graduates who want data analyst or data scientist careers. January starts run 16 months including a summer break.
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
- First degree (minimum 2:2) in a related discipline such as computing, computer science or AI, or relevant experience/equivalent qualifications.
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Four-year special/professional bachelor's degree with GPA 2.7/4 (or B), or three-year general degree with GPA 3.0/4 (or B).
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, no band 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 Teesside 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 tees.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 Teesside University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.