Lancaster University MSc Data
Science | OnlineLancaster University MSc Data
Science | OnlineLancaster University MSc Data
Science | Online

Lancaster University’s online MSc Data Science teaches you industry-relevant skills in artificial intelligence (AI), natural language processing (NLP) and data modelling, so you can effectively translate complex data into actionable business strategies.Lancaster University’s online MSc Data Science teaches you industry-relevant skills in artificial intelligence (AI), natural language processing (NLP) and data modelling, so you can effectively translate complex data into actionable business strategies.Lancaster University’s online MSc Data Science teaches you industry-relevant skills in artificial intelligence (AI), natural language processing (NLP) and data modelling, so you can effectively translate complex data into actionable business strategies.

  •  Study at a globally recognised university – Lancaster University ranks among the top 100 universities worldwide for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025.
  • Master in-demand applications – Hands-on exercises leverage top tools used by today’s data scientists – Python, Hadoop, Spark and PyTorch.
  • Expand your professional network – When you write your dissertation, we’ll pair you with one of our industry partners to showcase your skills and potential.

Learn career-ready AI and data science skills

100%

online learning

One

hour of live instruction weekly

28 months

to complete, part time

Explore the intersection of AI and data science

Go from theory to real-world applications with a career-focused online MSc Data Science. You’ll gain the data analysis and interpretation skills in data science, AI, NLP and machine learning to transform statistics into a powerful story to inform sound business decisions. Whether you are transitioning from another field or enhancing your existing skill set, our programme equips you with the tools and techniques to build a successful data science career.

  • Three start dates per year (September, January and May)
  • No application fee required
  • No standardised test scores required

As a student in the MSc Data Science programme, you will study within Lancaster University’s Data Science Institute, a prestigious research institution leading data science and AI innovations across the UK and abroad. Academics from the Data Science Institute, School of Computing and Communications, School of Mathematical Sciences and the Security Lancaster institute collaborate to deliver coursework that reflects the interconnected and ever-evolving nature of data science.

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Turn information into impact with an MSc Data Science