MSc Applied Data Science and Cyber Security in Egham United Kingdom | Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London | Egham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 31,100
(c. USD41,449.46)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

The MSc Applied Data Science is a cutting-edge master's program tailored for individuals seeking to acquire the expertise needed to extract meaningful insights from data.

This conversion program allows students with minimal computing background to build specialized knowledge and in-demand skills, equipping them for careers in the rapidly expanding data science field, which faces a substantial shortage of qualified professionals both in the UK and globally. (Those interested in cybersecurity might also explore our dual-degree option: MSc Applied Data Science and Cyber Security). Data science continues to increase in significance annually, with industries like healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and finance depending heavily on the valuable perspectives derived from precise data collection and interpretation.

Throughout the program, you'll gain proficiency in key programming languages for data science, such as Python, and learn to utilize various software tools including scikit-learn. As your comprehension grows regarding diverse data science techniques—from clustering and regression to decision trees and neural networks—you'll apply these methods through practical exercises based on real-world scenarios.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Intelligence, Astronomy, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Finance, Information Technology, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Medicine, Natural Sciences, Paramedic Science, Pharmacology and Pharmacy, Physics, Psychology, Statistics, Web development

2:2 or equivalent - we welcome students from a wide variety of subject backgrounds on this conversion course Candidates with professional qualifications or relevant professional experience in an associated area will also be considered. Successful applicants will usually have at least an A-level or equivalent in Mathematics and/or have received quantitative skills training as part of their undergraduate degree or professional experience.

The scores we require
IELTS: 6.5 overall. No subscore lower than 5.5.
TOEFL iBT: 88 overall, with Reading 18 Listening 17 Speaking 20 Writing 17.
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE): ISE III.

Tuition GBP 31,100

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