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University of Reading

Reading, United KingdomReviewed 23 October 2026

Reading's Data Science and Advanced Computing MSc develops Python, machine learning, cloud computing and data-security skills.

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Reading's Data Science and Advanced Computing MSc develops Python, machine learning, cloud computing and data-security skills. It includes an independent research project.

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Academic eligibility

  • Normally a high UK 2:2 honours degree in computing or a related discipline, or relevant professional experience.
  • Related subjects can include mathematics, engineering, physics, chemistry and economics.
  • Some programming experience is required.

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Language requirements

  • IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5, or an accepted equivalent.
  • Pre-sessional English options are available for applicants who need preparation.

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Study intakes

  • The course currently publishes 2027/28 entry.
  • Full-time duration is twelve months; part-time duration is twenty-four months.
  • Confirm the exact start date for your selected route.

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Application deadlines

  • No fixed programme-specific closing date is stated on the reviewed course page.
  • For a September start, Reading recommends that visa-requiring international applicants apply by 1 July.
  • That is a recommended date, not an automatic final closure: later applications depend on places and processing time.

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International tuition

  • Published 2027/28 international tuition is £32,850 GBP for the full-time course.
  • The offer confirms the payable fee.
  • Accommodation, living expenses and any additional course costs are separate; part-time fees follow a different annual schedule.

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Scholarships & funding

  • The 2027/28 Master's Excellence Scholarship offers eligible international fee-paying students a £4,000–£10,000 tuition reduction based on academic achievement.
  • Eligible applicants are considered automatically.
  • Confirm your individual award, course eligibility and combination rules before budgeting a reduction.

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What can international students study at University of Reading?

Selected programme options include MSc Data Science and Advanced Computing — full-time. 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 Reading?

Normally a high UK 2:2 honours degree in computing or a related discipline, or relevant professional experience. Related subjects can include mathematics, engineering, physics, chemistry and economics. Some programming experience is required. IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5, or an accepted equivalent. Pre-sessional English options are available for applicants who need preparation.

How much are international tuition fees at University of Reading?

Published 2027/28 international tuition is £32,850 GBP for the full-time course. The offer confirms the payable fee. Accommodation, living expenses and any additional course costs are separate; part-time fees follow a different annual schedule. 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 Reading?

No fixed programme-specific closing date is stated on the reviewed course page. For a September start, Reading recommends that visa-requiring international applicants apply by 1 July. That is a recommended date, not an automatic final closure: later applications depend on places and processing time. The course currently publishes 2027/28 entry. Full-time duration is twelve months; part-time duration is twenty-four months. Confirm the exact start date for your selected route. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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