MSc Data Science for Global Agriculture, Food and Environment
There is a huge skills gap in the UK workforce when it comes to data science and artificial intelligence. The Government’s Digital Skills strategy estimates that within the next 20 years, 90 per cent of all jobs will require some element of digital skills, with data science pinpointed as a priority area.
At the same time, the agriculture, food and environment sectors are experiencing a radical shift in demand for data scientists, thanks to applications in agri-tech, and smart farming and a large surge in demand for general skills using big data and open data across the sector through 2030. At the same time, there is a huge demand for data-driven solutions for best-practice solutions for conservation and environment issues that are compatible with the future of farming. This new course, the first and only of its kind in the UK, seeks to address these challenges.
This course is ideal for candidates with a background in agriculture, food science, or in wildlife, conservation and environmental science, or for someone from a data science background that wishes to enter one of these subject areas. Our flexible programme consists of core training in data science tools and further specialised training, so that you can choose your own path: help agri-food companies make smarter business decisions, or use data to solve important conservation challenges.
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 21
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
From day one at Harper Adams, you'll discover new ideas and develop them through a mix of academic study and practical projects.
During the placement year, that is included in all of our degree courses, you'll put your ideas to the test. You'll develop the real world experience that employers want, as well as a deep working knowledge of your subject.
During your year in industry you'll be meeting challenges, learning new things, meeting people, making decisions, managing money and even staff, planning ahead, using your initiative, and taking responsibility.
We see the difference in students when they get back from placement - they're more confident, focused, ready to take the world on! They know better which path they want to take, and what they need to do in their final year of studies to get there.
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Indian Standard XII
70
ISC and CBSE boards only
IELTS Academic *
6.0 overall (with no less than 5.5 in any component)
General IELTS is not accepted
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) *
64 (minimum 59 in any component)
General PTE is not accepted
LanguageCert International ESOL B2
High Pass
SELT version only. 33/50 required in each of the four component scores
NCUK Password test *
Password 6.0 overall (with no less than 5.5 in any component)
PSI Skills for English B2 *
Pass in all four components
SELT version only
Cambridge Advanced/
Proficiency
169 (minimum 162 in subtests)
Other Cambridge suite exams (KET/PET/FCE) are not accepted
TOEFL iBT *
80 (minimum 18 reading, 17 Listening,
20 speaking,
17 writing)
iBT is the only form of TOEFL examination accepted. MyBest scores not accepted
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
11000 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A