MSc Data Science

Overview

Conversion master's for graduates without a computing background, covering data science theory and practice with compulsory modules in Python, machine learning and data governance, plus a supervised research project.

Highlights

• Programming with Python
• Machine learning and learning from data
• Data systems and data governance and ethics
• Research project of 60 credits

Entry requirements

Academic

2:2 in a non-related science degree, or a 2:2 in any other degree plus A level Mathematics at grade A or equivalent. Non-standard qualifications may be considered with evidence of exceptional performance, relevant work experience or professional qualifications. Applicants with computing, mathematics, physics or engineering degrees are advised to apply to the MSc Advanced Computer Science programmes.

English language

Profile B1: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each section; PTE Academic 67 with at least 59 in each skill; TOEFL iBT 90 overall (tests before 21 January 2026) or 4.5 overall with at least 3.5 in each section (tests from 21 January 2026); Duolingo English Test 120 overall with at least 95 in each integrated subscore.

Applicants from Pakistan

Exeter's Pakistan page for postgraduate taught study accepts 16 years of study: a 4-year bachelor's from a recognised Pakistani institution (minimum 124 credits), or a 2 or 3-year bachelor's plus a 2-year master's. Stated equivalents: first CGPA 3.5 or above or 80% or above; 2:1 CGPA 3.01 to 3.49 or 70% to 79%; 2:2 CGPA 2.5 to 3.0 or 60% to 69%. Source

Careers

Example roles on the page include data scientist, machine learning scientist, Python programmer and software engineer.

Working after you graduate

Bachelor's and master's graduates on a Student visa may apply in the UK for the Graduate visa: two years if applying by 31 December 2026, or 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027.

Checked on 10 October 2026. Official source.

Scholarships for this course

• Chevening ScholarshipsTuition fees, monthly living stipend, economy return flight, arrival and departure allowances and visa application cost
• Commonwealth Master's ScholarshipsFull tuition fees, return airfare, monthly stipend of GBP 1,712 (GBP 2,000 in the London area) and a study travel grant
• Exeter Excellence Scholarship 2027/28 (Postgraduate Taught, Round 1)GBP 15,000 off first-year international tuition fees, one year only
• University of Exeter Alumni Scholarship 2027/2820% reduction in first-year tuition fees, one year only
• University of Exeter Postgraduate Taught Scholarship 2027/28 for PakistanGBP 10,000 tuition fee discount applied to the first year only