Data Science (Business and Management) at University of Manchester - UCAS

Course options

Course summary

The range of pathways reflects the interdisciplinary nature of the course and we welcome applications from students with backgrounds in a range of disciplines, including:

  • business and management;
  • health science;
  • social sciences;
  • geography;
  • planning;
  • computer science;
  • mathematics.
We provide training in core data science skills, embedded in a disciplinary context provided by the pathway, you will develop:
  • computational skills;
  • data analytical skills;
  • data stewardship skills and knowledge;
  • project design skills.


Entry requirements

High 2:1 honours degree (or overseas equivalent). For this pathway, we normally expect applicants to hold a degree in a quantitative or computational subject such as mathematics, statistics, management science or economics, physics, engineering or computer science. Applicants with extensive Business and Management industrial experience combined with an honours degree in a quantitative subject may also be considered for admission. In your application, you should demonstrate aptitude, knowledge and/or interest in three areas: - data analytics and/or statistics; - computational subjects; and - pathway specific requirements. These can be demonstrated by course units taken at undergraduate level and high school level, or professional experience. Please see our application and selection page for more detailed information.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Additional fee information

Fees for entry in 2024 have not yet been set.

Sponsorship information

We offer a number of postgraduate taught scholarships and merit awards to outstanding applicants and international students. In addition, the Manchester Alumni Scholarship Scheme offers a £3,000 reduction in tuition fees to University of Manchester alumni who achieved a First class Bachelor's degree and are progressing to a postgraduate taught master's course.

Data Science (Business and Management) at University of Manchester - UCAS