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Master of Social Data Science

University of Essex

  • Colchester, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

Master of Science in Social Data Science is a 1-year full-time master's degree offered by the Department of Government at the University of Essex.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically analyse advanced concepts and current developments in Social Data Science. Select and apply relevant analytical
  • Research or professional methods. Present evidence-based findings and manage complex specialist projects.

Career outcomes

  • Market research
  • Media
  • Central and local government
  • Private sector

Curriculum

  • 1-Year full-time course in Social Data Science
  • Taught by the Department of Government. Compulsory modules include Programming for Data Scientists
  • Data Science and Decision Making
  • Championing Your Research Idea. Optional modules let students tailor the degree.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK entry: A 2.2 degree or international equivalent in one of the following subjects: American Studies
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • International Relations
  • International Studies
  • Political Science
  • Political Studies
  • Statistics
  • United States Politics
  • or
  • International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (UK 2:2 or 2:1 honours or recognised international equivalent), By course, Some courses need subject modules, Professional qualifications, CV, References or interview (Essex MBA, Pre-registration health courses).

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Personal Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae.

How to apply

  1. Check the course page
  2. Entry requirements and deadlines. Apply online through the postgraduate application system. Upload transcripts
  3. English language evidence and any personal statement
  4. CV or references the course asks for. Attend an interview or audition if the course requires one. Accept the offer and pay the tuition fee deposit (or show recognised sponsor funding) to receive your CAS. Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year£25,925 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£36,752 GBP

Program details

CampusColchester Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
DepartmentGovernment
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    October 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.