MSc Data Science | Online

Earn your MSc Data Science from a top-ranked university in the UK

Study within Lancaster University’s Data Science Institute, a prestigious research institution leading data science and AI innovations across the UK and abroad.

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Turn information into impact

Three start dates

January, May, September

28 months

Minimum program duration

170,000+

Global alumni

100% online

Live and asynchronous learning

Careers in data science

Whether you are targeting technology, health care, finance, government or another industry, you will gain a broad range of skills and the expertise to pursue a data science career that aligns with your personal and professional interests.

Potential job titles for MSc Data Science graduates

Data engineer

Generative AI developer

Senior business analyst

Hone key AI and data science skills

Our programme prepares you to build a successful data science career. You will gain the analysis and interpretation skills in data science, AI, NLP and machine learning to transform statistics into a powerful story to inform sound business decisions.

Learn tools like Python, Hadoop, Spark and PyTorch

Design and implement robust technology platforms

Collect, clean and analyse language data at scale

Study ethical considerations

Practice effective communication

Number 11

Best UK university by The Guardian

60-credit dissertation

Complete alongside industry partners

Top 10

UK university by Complete University Guide

A Lancaster University education, delivered online

The online learning experience at Lancaster blends live collaboration with independent study.

Experience a career-centric curriculum

Academics from the Data Science Institute, School of Computing and Communications, School of Mathematical Sciences, and the Security Lancaster institute collaborate to deliver a curriculum that reflects the interconnected and ever-evolving nature of data science.

Network with peers in live sessions

A blend of live and asynchronous learning affords you the ability to complete coursework when it’s convenient for you, while connecting with teaching staff and peers in real time to discuss coursework and develop lasting relationships.

Support for the whole you

We offer a robust portfolio of academic, social and wellbeing services to help you manage the challenges of university life. From the support from your academic adviser to our 170,000 graduate-strong Alumni Network, you are a valued member of the Lancaster community.

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