Computer Science (Data Science), MSci, Bournemouth University (BU)

the United Kingdom

Study options for this course

The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MSci	Full-time	4 - 5 years	September	GBP 9535 per year	GBP 20685 per year

About Computer Science (Data Science), MSci - at Bournemouth University (BU)

Why study MSci Computer Science (Data Science) at BU?

Master advanced data science skills: Seamlessly build upon your BSc Business Computing with Analytics knowledge and combine data and business expertises to address real-world challenges in a focused 120-credit program.
Gain hands-on technical expertise: Learn in state-of-the-art labs equipped with enterprise-grade hardware and virtualization-ready infrastructure, mirroring professional environments for practical experience.
Tailor your degree: Choose specialist units such as machine learning and efficient and edge AI to align with your career goals and gain practical experience.
Enhance your employability: Gain valuable work experience and industry insights through a team-based Master's project without a traditional dissertation, collaborating with BU staff and global experts from academia and industry.
Access diverse career opportunities: Collaborate on industry and research projects with BU staff and global experts, preparing for roles that drive innovation and transform business processes.
Achieve excellent graduate outcomes: Our graduates secure roles from IT consultant to data scientist or AI solutions architect, demonstrating the value of an integrated, applied Master's degree with a streamlined 120-credit structure.

Notes about fees for this course

September 2026 entry:

£9,535 (UK, ROI & CI)
£20,685 (Int'l) per year
Placement year: For all fee regions the placement year tuition fee is determined by the year you are on placement and your level of study. It is a reduced fee which will not exceed 20% of the standard annual University tuition fee (UK, ROI & CI) for the academic year you complete your placement.

For fees and funding information, please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding

Entry requirements

September 2026 entry: The entry requirements for this course are 104–120 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BCC–BBB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DMM) and T Levels (Merit).

International entry requirements:

For September 2026 entry: If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each of the 4 components, or equivalent.

Please see below some examples of the qualifications for entry onto Year 1 for September 2026 entry:

China: Chinese Senior High School Graduation Certificate (Huikao) average 80%, or Gaokao 61-71%. Grade depends on the course
France: Baccalaureate with 11.5–12.5 overall or 10.5-11.5 (international option)
Hong Kong: HKDSE Diploma (4,4,3 to 4,4,4 from three subjects). Grade depends on the course
India: All India Senior School Certificate Examination (Standard XII) 60-70%
Spain: Titulo de Bachillerato with 6 - 7. Grade depends on the course
Turkey: Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise BitirmeDiplomasi 3.5/5.0 or 70%

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Entry requirements

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