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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Aberdeen

  • Study mode

    Distance / Online

  • Start date

    JAN

  • Duration

    12 months

Course summary

Recent advances in data science have been seismic. Big data, predictive analytics, and AI technologies like ChatGPT and Bard AI are revolutionising the way organisations automate processes, predict trends, and engage with customers.

As the volume, diversity and complexity of data being gathered continues to grow, the big challenge facing organisations today is how to analyse this data and use it to inform business decisions.

Join our online Masters in Data Science and you’ll learn to do just that.

Why this online data science degree is different

You’ll go beyond classical statistics and big data in this degree.

You’ll set yourself apart by gaining additional skills in computational thinking (CT), programming, sequencing and algorithms, allowing you to gain better insights from data and create solutions to problems across disciplines and industries.

Who can join our online MSc in Data Science?

You do not need to have a background in maths or programming to join our online MSc.

Its multidisciplinary and multisector focus means we welcome applications from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds, including the humanities, business and social sciences, as well as science, technology, engineering and medicine.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 7,830per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    41st

  • Campus address

    University of Aberdeen, Directorate of External Relations, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, City Of, AB24 3FX, Scotland

One of the top 40 universities in the UK (Complete University Guide league tables 2025).
Student population has over 130 nationalities and strong international global networks.
Experienced international student advisers with immigration expertise supporting students from application to graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    38th out of 117 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    167 74%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.10 77%

    27th

    46

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