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Academic eligibility
- A 2:2 degree or equivalent in any discipline.
- Relevant workplace experience can also be considered.
- The application includes academic evidence, a personal statement and CV.
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University of Plymouth
Plymouth, England — Plymouth campus, United KingdomReviewed 22 October 2026
Plymouth's Data Science master's introduces machine learning, computer vision and responsible data practice through applied work and a project.
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Plymouth's Data Science master's introduces machine learning, computer vision and responsible data practice through applied work and a project.
Selected programme examples
- MSc Data Science — one year full-time; a separate two-year part-time route is listed
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Language requirements
- IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5, or an approved equivalent.
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Study intakes
- September and January study options are described.
- The published January 2027 timetable is specifically part-time; applicants needing full-time study should confirm their exact cohort rather than assume that timetable applies.
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Application deadlines
- The course and international taught-postgraduate application guidance do not state a fixed submission closing date.
- Ask admissions for the chosen cohort's current deadline and allow time to complete conditions and obtain a CAS.
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International tuition
- International full-time tuition is GBP 21,000 per year for 2026/27, with GBP 21,650 per year quoted for 2027/28.
- Living expenses are separate; the part-time route should not be budgeted using a full-time annual total.
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Scholarships & funding
- The International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship offers eligible first-year, in-person international taught postgraduates GBP 4,000 off tuition.
- Entry and English requirements must be met.
- Sponsored, distance-learning, medical-school and dental-school students are excluded; no separate application is required.
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Ask a counsellorWhat can international students study at University of Plymouth?
Selected programme options include MSc Data Science — one year full-time; a separate two-year part-time route is listed. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.
What are the entry requirements for University of Plymouth?
A 2:2 degree or equivalent in any discipline. Relevant workplace experience can also be considered. The application includes academic evidence, a personal statement and CV. IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5, or an approved equivalent.
How much are international tuition fees at University of Plymouth?
International full-time tuition is GBP 21,000 per year for 2026/27, with GBP 21,650 per year quoted for 2027/28. Living expenses are separate; the part-time route should not be budgeted using a full-time annual total. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.
When is the application deadline for University of Plymouth?
The course and international taught-postgraduate application guidance do not state a fixed submission closing date. Ask admissions for the chosen cohort's current deadline and allow time to complete conditions and obtain a CAS. September and January study options are described. The published January 2027 timetable is specifically part-time; applicants needing full-time study should confirm their exact cohort rather than assume that timetable applies. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.
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