Applied data science degrees
The concurrent crises of health, climate and environment require interdisciplinary solutions underpinned by sophisticated, contemporary understanding and modelling in a data-intensive world.
Our applied data science programmes will give you confidence in using real-world data and mathematical models to address the big societal issues of the 21st Century. You’ll learn subjects across Data Science and Analytics including network analysis, text analysis and machine vision, as well as social contexts, governance and ethical considerations.
Our degrees and courses
These courses are based on our Penryn Campus in Cornwall as part of our Graduate School of Environment and Sustainability. Want to find out more?
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Help lead a global Greener, Healthier and Fairer revolution by studying one of our degrees from the Graduate School of Environment and Sustainability at the University of Exeter, Cornwall.
You can find out more about our portfolio of data science degrees or search a full list of subject areas taught at the University of Exeter.
Top 20 in the UK for Mathematics
20th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
Research expertise in climate modelling and statistics; control and dynamics; systems biology; astrophysical fluid flows and number theory.
155th in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and 170th in the THE World Rankings 2026
Why study an applied data science degree at the University of Exeter, Cornwall?
Data science is important because it combines technology and analytical methodology to generate meaning from data. Today so much data is available on so many topics, organisations can easily become overwhelmed. The UK has one of the world’s strongest and most developed data analytics sectors, predicted to grow by 177% over the next 5 years and demand for qualified professionals continues to grow.
Our teaching will help you develop innovative approaches to how we use data to solve problems in modern society, whilst considering the social and technical implications of data science and AI. Choose one of our specialisms to focus your learning on a particular area of interest.
Make a positive difference to the future of our planet
The Graduate School of Environment and Sustainability brings together experts from across earth and life sciences, engineering, humanities, social sciences and business. Our programmes are designed with a focus on developing solutions to global challenges and creating a better future for our planet and its people.
We are at the forefront of environmental and social sustainability research, and our programmes draw on that expertise to help our students to build a greener, healthier and fairer future.