
Data Science MSci
Course Overview - Data Science MSci
Explore how data can be used to address real-world challenges. Course modules offer opportunities to gain hands-on experience in areas such as AI, analytics and programming, helping you build skills that are relevant to roles in technology, business, science and related fields.
This course is designed for those passionate about data-driven problem-solving. You’ll have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in mathematics, AI and machine learning which are relevant across sectors such as IT, healthcare and finance. With hands-on projects, optiona...
<strong>Explore how data can be used to address real-world challenges. Course modules offer opportunities to gain hands-on experience in areas such as AI, analytics and programming, helping you build skills that are relevant to roles in technology, business, science and related fields.</strong> <br/><br/>This course is designed for those passionate about data-driven problem-solving. You’ll have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in mathematics, AI and machine learning which are relevant across sectors such as IT, healthcare and finance. With hands-on projects, optional placement opportunities and the potential to progress to advanced study through the integrated master’s degree in data science route, this course supports your preparation for a range of roles in data science and related fields.<br/><br/><strong>Key highlights</strong><br/>• Industry-aligned skills: develop your knowledge and skills in mathematics, statistics, modelling, programming and AI to analyse complex data. These skills are applicable across sectors where data analysis is in demand.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Practical learning: apply your knowledge in computational labs, real-world case studies and research projects. Build experience with techniques used by data analysts.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Independent research project: undertake an individual research project, supported by an academic supervisor, giving you the opportunity to explore an area of interest in depth.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Why you should study this course</strong><br/>You’ll have the opportunity to:<br/>- gain practical, employer-valued skills that could help you in a range of analytical roles.<br/><br/><br/>- apply knowledge through embedded case studies, computational labs, and group projects, tackling genuine business and industry challenges.<br/><br/><br/>- boost your employability with an optional placement year or international study experience, with support from Coventry University’s careers team.<br/><br/><br/>- progress to the integrated masters degree in data science (subject to meeting progression requirements), diving deeper into advanced topics like text, image and signal processing.<br/><br/><br/>- learn to work with AI tools, programming languages and research methods, while critically evaluating your role in data science.<br/><br/><br/>Each benefit is designed to enhance employability, technical skills, and practical experience - whether through core study or optional extras. <br/><br/>Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
257A
Institution Code
C85
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
128
[1] 4 qualifications for tariff points allowed (excludes general studies) [2] Must include 40 Tariff points in mathematics qualification [3] May also include AS level and EPQ
Scottish Higher
A,B,C,C,C
AB/CCC to include Mathematics at Advanced Higher.
Access to HE Diploma
Considered on an individual basis.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
31
to include 5 points in Mathematics at Higher level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered on an individual basis.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at grade 4 / C or above to include English and Mathematics.
A level
A,B,B
Mathematics at grade B or above. Excludes General Studies.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |