Data Science

Data science is the discipline of extracting insight and value from complex, large-scale datasets, combining statistical analysis, machine learning, and computational techniques with the domain knowledge needed to ask the right questions and communicate the answers. It has become one of the most consequential fields in modern professional life, transforming how organisations in every sector, from healthcare and government to finance and technology, make decisions, understand their users, and anticipate change.

At City, St George's, University of London, this four-year full-time integrated master's degree provides a strong foundation in computer science alongside the specialist skills needed to analyse complex datasets. The programme is designed to take you from foundational programming and mathematics through to advanced methods in machine learning, statistical modelling, and data visualisation, with teaching that connects the technical content to real-world applications. A sandwich year and work placement opportunities are built in, giving you professional experience in a data-intensive environment before you complete your degree.

The typical entry tariff is 152 points.

Data science graduates are in exceptionally strong demand. Roles as data scientists, machine learning engineers, data analysts, business intelligence specialists, and quantitative researchers are available across technology, finance, healthcare, government, retail, and research. The integrated master's qualification means graduates leave with both undergraduate and postgraduate-level credentials, positioning them for senior technical roles or doctoral research.

Many go on to lead data science functions in organisations or pursue specialist postgraduate research in statistics, machine learning, or artificial intelligence.