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MSc Data Science and Business Analytics

university-of-plymouth · Plymouth, United Kingdom · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

1 year (full time)

Tuition / year

£21,650 (≈ ₹26.4 lakh)

Intakes

September

Course overview

MSc Data Science and Business Analytics is a postgraduate (master's) course in data science & ai at university-of-plymouth in Plymouth, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year (full time), with intakes in September.

university-of-plymouth is a public institution, ranked =691 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
Universityuniversity-of-plymouth (Public)
LocationPlymouth, United Kingdom
CourseMSc Data Science and Business Analytics
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaData Science & AI
Duration1 year (full time)
Tuition per year£21,650 (≈ ₹26.4 lakh)
IntakesSeptember
English requirementIELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each element)

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is £21,650 a year, about ₹26.4 lakh.

2027-28 fee

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn GBPApprox. in rupees
Gilwell Hall (Student Village)£141per week≈ ₹17,202
Robbins Hall (Student Village)£141–188per week≈ ₹17,202 – ₹22,936
Francis Drake Hall (on campus)£210per week≈ ₹25,559
Mary Newman, Radnor and Pilgrim Halls£210–233per week≈ ₹25,559 – ₹28,426

Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at university-of-plymouth for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Plymouth maps Indian degrees as: 70% or above (CGPA 7.5+) = First; 60–69% (CGPA 6.5–7.49) = 2:1; 55–59% (CGPA 5.5–6.49) = 2:2. BTech GPA bands are slightly higher.
  • MSc Data Science accepts a 2:2 in any discipline; MSc Cyber Security asks for a 2:1 in computing or a technical subject.
  • Apply directly to the university.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each element).

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS AcademicMaster's on this page: 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element. IELTS must be taken within 3 years of the course start.
Class 12 English70% in English in the ISC (CISCE) or AISSCE (CBSE) meets the requirement for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Other testsPTE Academic, LanguageCert Academic and Trinity ISE are among the accepted SELTs; scores are set above the UKVI minimum.
Pre-sessional EnglishAvailable through the English Language Centre if you do not meet the requirement (a UKVI SELT is needed).

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Intakes

This course starts in: September.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UK

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • Degree certificate and transcripts (for master's)
  • English test score, or Class 12 English marks for the waiver
  • Personal statement
  • References where the course asks for them

Scholarships

  • International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship

    Taught master's

    Value: £4,000 off tuition fees in year one

    Offered automatically to international postgraduate taught students who meet the entry requirements in their offer letter. Not for Peninsula Medical and Dental School courses, online courses or sponsored students.

    Official page
  • International Undergraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship

    Bachelor's

    Value: See the scholarship page for the current amount

    International undergraduates starting their first year at Plymouth; only the highest of any scholarships or discounts applies.

    Official page
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About university-of-plymouth

The University of Plymouth was founded in 1862 as the School of Navigation and now has more than 19,000 students. Its campus is in the centre of Plymouth, in the south-west of England.

Plymouth is known for marine and environmental research: it has won the Queen's Anniversary Prize three times, most recently for work on marine microplastics. It holds TEF Gold in all three categories (2023) and was named Community University of the Year 2027 by the Daily Mail University Guide.

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FAQs

What is the fee for MSc Data Science and Business Analytics at university-of-plymouth?

The tuition for international students is £21,650 a year (about ₹26.4 lakh). 2027-28 fee. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is MSc Data Science and Business Analytics?

The course takes 1 year (full time).

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each element). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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