Key Information
Duration
- Full-time: 48 months
- Part-time: 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Starting September 2026
Application deadline not specified.
More details: The closing date for non-funded places is not fixed but early application is advised.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Geography, Data Science & Big Data
Overview
This Geographic Data Science programme at University of Bristol emphasises methodological innovation and application. It is aimed at those interested in advancing existing computational methods or applying state-of-the-art digital and data-driven techniques to any topics that are related to geography.
Career prospects
Our students go on to employment in a wide variety of areas - often where statistical analysis and data science skills are required. Students also continue within academic careers, going on to post-doctoral and lecturing positions. Visit the programme website for more information
At its core, the programme establishes a sound research training base, together with a set of bespoke training courses that provide students with the advanced (geographic) data science toolkit and research methods required for their PhD topic. It also provides a foundation for diverse types of employment, including research, policy and intervention implementation.
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Programme Structure
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Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English Requirements
TOEFL IBT: 88
PTE Academic: 67
IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
General requirements
- An upper second-class degree (or equivalent qualification) with substantive (geographic) data science (at least 60 credits plus a (geographic) data science-focused dissertation).
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
Non-residents: 52,425 AUD / year (≈ 27,500 GBP / year)
Domestic
Citizens or residents: 9,734 AUD / year (≈ 5,106 GBP / year)
Additional Details
Home: part-time: £2,553 per year
Living Costs
Bristol, United Kingdom: 1,430-2,402 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.