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    MSc Water and Environmental Data Science

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    Bristol, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £33,400.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    MSc Water and Environmental Data Science at University of Bristol is a 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Bristol, GB. Tuition is £33,400.

    About the program

    The program covers fundamental principles of water and environmental data science, including water cycle processes, environmental data measurement and analysis, modelling, machine learning, AI applications, and interdisciplinary skills. Optional units address big data, cloud computing, field-work assessment, and a dissertation on various topics.

    Focus: both
    1st in the UK (Shanghai GRAS 2024 Water Resources) | 8th in the UK for Civil Engineering (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)

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    Deadlines

    September 2026
    Aug 27, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 88 overall with R20 L19 S22 W22 (tests up to 20 Jan 2026); 4.5 overall with 4.5 in all skills (from 21 Jan 2026)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5 overall with no score below 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months Graduate Route (UK)

    £15,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MSc Water and Environmental Data Science at University of Bristol cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MSc Water and Environmental Data Science at University of Bristol is £33,400.
    Is MSc Water and Environmental Data Science at University of Bristol online or in-person?
    MSc Water and Environmental Data Science at University of Bristol is offered in-person.
    How long does MSc Water and Environmental Data Science at University of Bristol take to complete?
    MSc Water and Environmental Data Science at University of Bristol is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for MSc Water and Environmental Data Science at University of Bristol?
    Per the program's published guidance: strong lower second-class honours degree (55% or higher)
    What work-permit options follow MSc Water and Environmental Data Science at University of Bristol?
    Post-completion work rights for MSc Water and Environmental Data Science at University of Bristol: 24 months Graduate Route (UK)