Data Science MSc
Coventry University

Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 20 graduates of Data Science MSc and other courses in Mathematics at Coventry University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Mathematics.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Mathematics
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Mathematics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £28000 | £24500 | £31000 |
25-75 percentile range | £25500 - £33000 | £18500 - £31500 | £23500 - £40500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Mathematics
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £28132 | £28927 | £35699 |
25-75 percentile range | £24483 - £33995 | £23223 - £37245 | £27107 - £48176 |
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Course Description
Data scientists/analysts are in demand across a large range of sectors, from healthcare to finance, from marketing to transport. This course aims to provide the essential training you will need to be successful in this fast-moving, dynamic field.
The course brings together a range of techniques that the modern data scientist needs. You will study modules in mathematics, data analysis and computing and tackle a variety of interesting and engaging problems from the latest research studies, business and industry.
Key Course Benefits
- You will have the chance to equip yourself with transferable and professional skills which prepare you for employment in industry, business, or education.
- You will be provided with the opportunity to develop critical and reflective skills required for problem solving in a wide variety of contexts.
- The course has a particular emphasis on modern applications and the use of appropriate computational methods, software and technology.
- You can expect to improve your knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of the latest data science, as well as the use of computational methods.
- You will have the chance to gain industry-relevant experience as you apply real-world, commercial software development practices within teams of your peers, preparing you for your career after graduation.
UK and international opportunities
Please note that we are unable to guarantee any UK or International opportunities (whether required or optional) such as internships, work experience, field trips, conferences, placements or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be subject to additional costs (which could include, but is not limited to, equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable travel COVID and visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand the visa requirements, please contact the International Office.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Data Science MSc at Coventry University
25% | Sales occupations |
20% | Media Professionals |
15% | Sales occupations |
15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
5% | Sports and fitness occupations |
5% | Skilled trades occupations |
5% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
0% | Media Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Mathematics
All Mathematics courses of Coventry University
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 5.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
- General Test
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees, Law, Communication
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
- General Test
Costs
Tuition Fees Data Science MSc
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2026
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
UCAS application code:
257A
University Rankings
of Coventry University
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 33 different rankings
Positions of Coventry University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Coventry University in related subject specific rankings.
Mathematics
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- #20
- #26
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- Mathematics
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 07 September, 2024]
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- #42
- #54
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- Mathematics
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
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- #35
- #823
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- Mathematical Sciences
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2024]
See all 33 university rankings of Coventry University
About Coventry University
Coventry University was founded in 1992 in the small city of Coventry, England. This institution invests a significant portion of its resources in applied research, benefitting students through state-of-the-art facilities and equipment on site. The main campus where most of their courses take place is located just a 15-minute walk from Coventry City Centre, while their secondary campus is in Central London.
List of 254 Bachelor and Master Courses from Coventry University - Course Catalogue
Student composition of Coventry University
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Total number of students enrolled at Coventry University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 24470
- postgraduates:
- 6895
- Total:
- 31365
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Applied Computing”: 1895 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught



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FAQ about Data Science MSc Coventry University
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £28000 15 months after graduation, £24500 3 years after graduation and £31000 after graduation.
- Sales occupations (25%), Media Professionals (20%), Sales occupations (15%), Business and public service associate professionals (15%)
- Coventry University achieved the highest ranking for Mathematics. It is ranked #26 in (Mathematics). See all subject rankings for Coventry University.
- Data Science MSc is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Coventry University.
- It is moderately difficult to get accepted into this course. The average UCAS tariff score of this course is 133 which is among the
Percentile among all Applied Computing students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 07 September, 2024
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2024