Data Science MSc

London School of Economics and Political Science Department of Statistics

Full time & Part time September MSc 12 months full-time only

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The Data Science MSc programme at LSE provides comprehensive training in data science methods with a strong emphasis on statistical perspectives. You'll gain a solid theoretical foundation and develop practical skills to apply advanced data science and statistical methods in real-world scenarios. The programme offers a range of options, including Artificial Intelligence, Bayesian Machine Learning, and Financial Statistics. Through a combination of lectures, computer lab sessions, and a Capstone Project with industry partners like Facebook and Microsoft, you'll gain hands-on experience and interact with the data science field. LSE also provides academic support and career resources to help you succeed. No application deadline, so apply now!

About the course

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The MSc Data Science programme offers in-depth training at the forefront of machine learning and data science. We seek applicants with a solid quantitative background and a strong interest in statistics, mathematics, and programming.

The programme offers a unique opportunity for prospective students: the theoretical foundations and computational skills you will acquire will enable you to deploy state-of-the-art data science methods and gain a thorough understanding to tackle various real-world challenges across different application domains at scale. The programme's integration within LSE will also guide your attention towards socially relevant and impactful problems.

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Fees

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01 May 2024

Where will I study?

London School of Economics and Political Science

Offering you the opportunity to study the social sciences in an institution with a worldwide academic reputation, while enjoying the cultural, social and recreational facilities of one of the world’s greatest capital cities.

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Scholarships

The School recognises that the cost of living in London may be higher than in your home town or country, and we provide generous scholarships each year to home and overseas students.

LSE makes available over GBP 15 million annually in financial aid for its students. Around one quarter of our graduate students receive financial support from the School.

At master’s level, the value of support given by LSE ranges in value from 10 per cent of the tuition fee to a full fees and maintenance award.

This programme is eligible for needs-based awards from LSE, including the Graduate Support Scheme, Master's Awards, and Anniversary Scholarships.

Selection for any funding opportunity is based on receipt of an offer for a place and submitting a Graduate Financial Support application, before the funding deadline.

In addition to our needs-based awards, LSE also makes available scholarships for students from specific regions of the world and awards for students studying specific subject areas.

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