OpenFieldAberystwyth University MSc Data Science (Conversion Route)
Intensive 1-year conversion master's program designed for graduates of any academic discipline to transition into data science, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and computational modeling.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect the published university and program information available at the last review. Where a requirement is not specified, that is not an exemption.
- GPA / Academic degree
- 2:2 Bachelor's Honours degree (or international equivalent) in any discipline; STEM or non-STEM backgrounds accepted.
- IELTS / English language
- Academic IELTS 6.0 overall with minimum 5.5 in each component (reading, writing, speaking, listening).
- GRE
- Not required.
- Published research paper
- Curriculum vitae and motivation letter explaining interest in data analytics, machine learning, and programming.
- Recommendation letters
- One academic or professional referee letter and official undergraduate transcripts.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Self-funded; eligible for International Excellence Scholarships (£2,000–£8,000 fee reduction)
- Application fee
- Free application directly via the university portal
- Tuition / joining costs
- £22,410 per year (International; eligible for Aberystwyth International Accommodation Award)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- July 31, 2027 for September 2027 intake; early application advised for international visa processing
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Aberystwyth University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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