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    Data Science (Business and Management) MSc

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    Manchester, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £35,200.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    35%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    180
    Credits
    £60.00
    App fee

    Data Science (Business and Management) MSc at University of Manchester is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Manchester, GB. Tuition is £35,200.

    About the program

    Develops core data science skills including machine learning, statistics, databases, and data analysis, applied to business and management contexts. Includes an extended research project alongside taught units.

    Focus: both
    top 10 UK maths statistics computer science (Times Higher Ed 2025)

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    Deadlines

    Stage 4
    Jul 5, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL IBT 100 with no score below 22 in each section
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic test score of 7 overall with no component score below 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years (Graduate Route)

    £15,505.00
    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 Data Science (Business and Management) MSc at University of Manchester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Data Science (Business and Management) MSc at University of Manchester is £35,200 across 180 required credits.
    Is Data Science (Business and Management) MSc at University of Manchester online or in-person?
    Data Science (Business and Management) MSc at University of Manchester is offered in-person.
    How long does Data Science (Business and Management) MSc at University of Manchester take to complete?
    Data Science (Business and Management) MSc at University of Manchester is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Data Science (Business and Management) MSc at University of Manchester?
    Per the program's published guidance: High 2:1 honours degree (or overseas equivalent)
    How competitive is Data Science (Business and Management) MSc at University of Manchester?
    Data Science (Business and Management) MSc at University of Manchester reports an acceptance rate of approximately 35%.