Taught course

Data Science

Institution
King's College London · Department of Informatics
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

Please see course page: Data Science MSc | King's College London

Months of entry

September

Course content

Our Data Science MSc provides you with the essential knowledge and advanced skills for a successful career in data science. You'll learn to collect, curate, and analyse data, gaining a rigorous grounding in all aspects of data analytics and big data.

This programme is designed for graduates and professionals with a background in quantitative subjects who want to master current methods and techniques in data science. The course covers computational and statistical methods, analysis, and key skills in programming, data visualisation and presentation. You will also explore approaches to harnessing emerging AI technologies.

With skilled data professionals in high demand across diverse sectors and domains, this programme gives you the deep technical and strategic expertise needed to secure a successful career as a data scientist.

Key benefits

  • 6th in the UK for Computer Science (QS World Rankings 2025).
  • The Department of Informatics has a reputation for delivering research-led teaching and project supervision from leading experts in their field.
  • You'll study a wide-range of innovative modules, covering both the theory and practice of data science including optional modules with the Department of Mathematics.
  • Possibility to gain real work experience as part of your degree, working with companies such as IBM, Terranova Software and Aerogility to design solutions for current industry needs, boosting your employability and expanding your networks.
  • 6th in the UK for producing the most employable graduates (Times Higher Education Graduate Employability rankings 2025).
  • A thriving culture of student societies covering tech, game development, women in computer science, robotics and more, with regular hackathons, careers panels, talks, and social activities.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Postgraduate Admissions
Email
admissions@kcl.ac.uk