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Three reasons to study with LIBF
Increased employability
Career experts to help you at every step and access to career-focused workshops and events.
You’ll get personalised support and access to exclusive job opportunities on our digital portal.
Tailor your studies
Fit learning around your life by studying 100% online – fully supported by our staff and a student community.
Choose from full or part-time study and start any day you choose.
Flexible funding options
Pay flexibly – monthly, yearly or in full – with discounts on annual payments.
The total cost of your course is the same whether you study full or part-time.
Get your online degree digital prospectus
You’ll find everything you need to know about studying an online degree with us in our digital prospectus. To receive your personalised prospectus, please fill out the form below with a valid email address.
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Start your Master's in Data Science
Are you ready to advance your knowledge of data science and unlock new career progression opportunities?
Our online MSc Data Science course enables you to:
fast track your career by developing the potential to make a real impact on the global digital economy.
discover the advanced concepts and frameworks needed to establish a rewarding career in data science-related fields.
benefit from over 140 years of teaching expertise, delivered by industry experts combined with cutting edge digital learning resources.
fit learning around your life, wherever you are in the world - choose from full or part-time study and start any day you choose.
start studying today via our innovative online learning platform with everything you need to hand – from digital learning resources to personal and academic support.
Why you should specialise in data science
Data science skills are becoming highly sought-after in leadership positions. With Master's level expertise in data science, you'll turn raw data into impactful insights to transform business and accelerate your career in data science.
As a data science master's student, you'll develop advanced skills in statistical analysis, machine learning, and leveraging data to drive decisions.
As a data science master's student, you'll develop hard skills in:
Python programming language
Advanced mathematics for statistical analysis and predictive modelling
Neural network architecture and methods to train AI
Statistical processes and concepts for data analysis and visualisation
Creating data science models to solve real-world problems.
You’ll also develop the following soft skills:
Communication and data storytelling to explain complex technical insights
Adaptability in a field with continuous technological change
Ethical decision-making to ensure responsible data use
Critical thinking and problem-solving to draw insights and opportunities in data.
Your online degree at a glance
Start dates and duration
Start your course any day you choose.
Study full-time or part-time online over 1 year, 1.5 years or 2 years.
Part-time online study allows you to complete your degree course over a longer period, at no additional cost.
Entry requirements
2:2 honours degree and above or equivalent – from a recognised institution.
English language: IELTS Level 6.5 or above with no element below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Work experience can be considered as an alternative to academic qualifications.
Funding and financial support
Affordable tuition with payment flexibility available.
Fee reductions of up to 5% for paying in advance (*amount depends on study duration).
You can apply for a government master's loan to fund your course.
Free iPad to support your studies when you enrol
If you’re based in the UK, we’ll provide you with a free iPad before your course begins. It will contain everything you need to get started and you can use it throughout your studies. When you graduate, it will be our gift to you!
We’re sorry we can’t make this gift available to international students studying online right now. But we’re working on it!
Learning online with LIBF
Dynamic digital learning resources
Video lectures from world-class academics.
Digital lecture notes for easy reference and review.
Extensive live and recorded video tutorials.
Interactive student experience
Live and recorded Q&A sessions.
Global discussion groups to connect with classmates.
Feedback from tutors and classmates in our online ‘showroom’.
Milestone quizzes and exams
End-of-module assessments and quizzes to check understanding.
Exams and assessments to stay on track.
100% online exams – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Want to study for a degree, but don’t want to pause your career?
With our flexible online degree programmes you can combine your studies with work, family, hobbies and any other commitments you have.
When you study with LIBF, you’ll have:
access to online support, resources and exclusive networking opportunities
the chance to learn from leading academics and industry experts.
Worried about the workload?
part-time online study allows you to complete your degree course over a longer period, at no additional cost.
start studying today at a pace that suits you and get the career you have always dreamed of
“Our programmes are designed to empower students, equipping them with the tools they need to succeed in their journey through education and onto their future careers. Whilst studying you will have access to our virtual learning platform and enjoy personalised support from academics, tutors and career coaches.”
Freddie McCann
HE Recruitment and Admissions Manager
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