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Heriot-Watt University

Data Science

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Degree type
MSc
Duration
1 year
Languages
English
Pace
Not verified
Study format
On campus
Application deadline
Not verified
Earliest start
September, January
Tuition
Full-time: UK £12,960, International £27,080 (September 2027 / January 2028 intake)

Subject: Computer Science and IT

Introduction

A one-year taught master's in Edinburgh on extracting, analysing and communicating insights from large and complex datasets. It is aimed at graduates or industry staff with a computing or related background and combines theory with hands-on skills.

Source and last check

Facts on this page were taken from the university’s own page and last checked on 2026-10-30. Details change: confirm deadlines and fees with the university.

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