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Data Science

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Postgraduate Data Science

Entry requirements

Requirements for international students who studied in

To be accepted into this programme you will need:

  • A Bachelor’s degree or relevant graduate or postgraduate diploma with a grade average of at least B+

  • To have met the prerequisites for the subject you wish to study (see subject section below)

  • To be accepted by the head of the school as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

Important information

  • If you want to enrol in this programme but don't meet some of the entry requirements, you should contact the programme coordinator or administrator to discuss your options.
  • For more programme details and requirements, see the University Calendar. It's an annual publication and an authoritative source for planning your degree.

Important information

  • The Master of Science by coursework and thesis is in two parts—Part 1 is made up of courses totalling 120 points and Part 2 is a 591 thesis course worth 120 points, or a research course worth fewer points plus other courses with a combined total of 120 points.
  • You will need permission from the relevant head of school to start Part 2.

Subject requirements

For this subject you'll need to:

  • Have previously completed

    • the courses required for a Bachelor of Science with Honours in this subject

    • courses worth 60 points from:

      • or approved equivalent courses.

  • In Part 1, complete:

    • One of:

    • 60 further points from:

  • In Part 2, complete:

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