Social and Geographic Data Science MSc
University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
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University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
Social and Geographic Data Science MSc
Postgraduate · Computing
About this programme
With growing demand for experts who can interpret spatial and social data, this course equips students with the analytical and technical skills to thrive in social and geographical data science. You’ll study at the intersection of computing, spatial statistics, machine learning, GeoAI and the social sciences, tackling challenges in domains such as urban planning, mobility,
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Computing
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition
- £35,400 / year
- English
- IELTS 7.5
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
Normally a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (5)
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- UCL Global Excellence ScholarshipsPartial funding · Deadline March-April each year
- Charles Wallace Burma Trust Academic GrantsPartial funding · Check official website
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds