Taught course
Operational Research and Data Science
Entry requirements
You'll need a 2.1 degree in a quantitative subject with a strong Maths background such as mathematics, statistics, economics, engineering, computer science, physics.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Join the University of Southampton, ranked in the World Top 50 and 11th in the UK for Statistics and Operational Research (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).
Many prestigious organisations recruit our students because of the strong vocational training on this programme. You should be numerate, a good communicator with strong interpersonal skills, and enjoy problem-solving.
A three-month project follows successful completion of the instructional component. Most projects involve either working on a placement or in partnership with a company or organisation ESF; EPSRC Masters training packages.
Information for international students
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate your English meets our Band C: IELTS 6.5 overall, with minimum 6.0 in reading, writing, listening and speaking. For information on other accepted English language tests, please see the website.
Fees and funding
A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information - https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44(0)23 8059 5000