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MSc Data Science for Environmental Science

University of East Anglia UEA

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of East Anglia UEA

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Governments, organisations, and industries worldwide are seeking professionals who can leverage data to make informed, sustainable decisions to help meet global challenges. This has resulted in a significant increase in demand for skilled data scientists with knowledge of the environmental sciences, a trend that is expected to continue.

Our cutting-edge MSc in Data Science for Environmental Science is designed to prepare you to become a highly qualified data scientist. This one-year Master’s course will equip you with proficiency in analysing environmental data, a skill applicable to a wide range of careers in both the public and private sectors, as well as in research.

You’ll receive an excellent grounding in practical and theoretical aspects of data mining, Python, and statistics, with the opportunity to tailor your degree through modules in quantitative environmental sciences and modelling. Additionally, you’ll also have the flexibility to choose the focus of your dissertation.

At UEA, you’ll be part of the School of Environmental Sciences, which has made significant global contributions over the past 50 years and has been honoured with the Queen's Award. Our large, internationally recognised school is known for its holistic, interdisciplinary, and solution-oriented research aimed at addressing the environmental challenges of the 21st century and securing a sustainable future. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, we ranked fourth overall for research quality in Earth Systems and Environmental Sciences in the UK, with 94% of our research assessed as world-leading or excellent.

Upon graduation, you’ll possess a wealth of knowledge, prestigious connections, and valuable research experience, giving you a competitive edge in your career or further studies. Our alumni have successfully secured positions with government organisations (e.g., Environment Agencies, national meteorological offices) and global consultancy firms, while others have chosen to pursue PhD research.

Application deadline

31/07/2025

Tuition fees

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£ 24,500per year

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University information

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University of East Anglia UEA

University of East Anglia UEA

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    University of East Anglia UEA, Norwich Research Park, Norwich, Norfolk, NR4 7TJ, United Kingdom

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UEA is a highly respected university. It offers a safe environment on the edge of the historic and diverse city of Norwich and beautiful English countryside.
UEA's global student body is well supported from the moment of application, right through to becoming an alumnus, with student satisfaction as a key priority.
Key employers for UEA's international students include Siemens, BDO, HSBC, PwC and Apple.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    38th out of 117 2

    30th out of 72 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    131 59%

    48th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    89.0 89%

    32nd

    23

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.99 75%

    74th

    25

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    127 60%

    34th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    42nd

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    45th

    3

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