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Hi everyone,

I’ve received offers for a few MSc programmes and I’m trying to decide which one to go for:

• Queen Mary University of London – Data Science
• University of Nottingham – Data Science
• University of York – Data Science
• Newcastle University – Advanced Data Science
• University of Liverpool – Advanced Data Science & AI
• University of Reading – Data Science & Advanced Computing

Background:
BSc Computer Science (AI & Big Data focus)
Relevant modules include:
Big Data, Data Mining, Databases (SQL + NoSQL), AI, Computer Vision, Algorithms, Distributed Systems, etc.

Career goals:
Data Scientist / ML Engineer / Data Engineer / AI Engineer

I’m mainly aiming for industry roles in the UK, not really planning on PhD/research at this stage.

My initial thoughts (based on modules only):

• QMUL → strong in big data, cloud, distributed systems
• Nottingham → quite balanced (ML, stats, optimisation, big data)
• Liverpool → mix of AI, ML and analytics
• Newcastle → more AI / deep learning focused
• York → solid general data science + cloud/ML basics
• Reading → broader computing + data science mix

Would really appreciate opinions on:

• Which of these is best for employability in the UK
• Which has the strongest reputation with employers (DS / ML / DE roles)
• Which would add the most value given my AI + Big Data background (so not just repeating undergrad stuff)
• If you had these offers, which would you personally pick and why?

Thanks a lot — any advice from students or people working in the UK tech industry would really help.

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I initially applied for Open University Business and Economics course. You’re pretty much accepted straight away snd there are benefits with maintenance grants. I’m currently living at home, my mum is vulnerable and in significant debt and I cannot leave her on her to study on campus. I’m also in debt and need to work it off (not a huge amount) but I need to get it sorted. The open university provides almost 5k in non repayable grants which I am eligible for. I’m also eligible for a top up loan with open Uni.

I then applied on a whim for University Of Londons Economics and Finance online degree - directed by LSE. I didn’t expect to get in but I did. I was so happy. The course looks rigorous, but it’s a very well respected university so I decided to go with that. I’ve now been led to believe that this degree provides you with no maintenance or government grants. Which seems so unfair as I can’t work full time and study this degree.

I’ve also been told that the degree is basically marked off a 3 hour written exam at the end of the course based off prior students (picture below).

I’m in a really difficult position now. I’m thinking that the UOL degree is a much more academic route. But the financial impact is going to be huge, whereas Open Uni provides grants I’d never even have to pay back.

I wish it wasn’t about the money. But it’s a huge factor.

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nus:
pros - more prestigious, cheaper, well known globally (good for graduate programmes)
cons - no study abroad experience (since i’m from malaysia), sg culture seems super competitive

manchester:
pros - study abroad experience (able to go around europe)
cons - nus is basically better than manchester in almost all aspects, expensive

basically NUS is better than manchester in almost all aspects but i personally think i could meet more people around the world in manchester and I would be able to be challenged, not just academically, and grow. honestly really stuck, does anyone have any advice? would you pick manchester over NUS

EDIT: i miscalculated and both manchester and NUS would cost about the same

hello i’m a student from malaysia and i’ve recently received an offer from nus for engineering and my deadline is nearing. However, i have also received uk offers but i would only consider manchester. i’m currently in a dilemma as there are many pros and cons to both nus and manchester

nus:
pros - more prestigious, cheaper, well known globally (good for graduate programmes)
cons - no study abroad experience (since i’m from malaysia), sg culture seems super competitive

manchester:
pros - study abroad experience (able to go around europe)
cons - nus is basically better than manchester in almost all aspects, expensive

basically NUS is better than manchester in almost all aspects but i personally think i could meet more people around the world in manchester and I would be able to be challenged, not just academically, and grow. honestly really stuck, does anyone have any advice? would you pick manchester over NUS

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1. University of Leeds
2. University of Bath
3. University of Liverpool
4. University of Exeter
5. University of Nottingham
6. Henley Business School
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There are some key things to note

Mainly that I can't get into most Uni's due to not having an A Level in a Science subject as my current choices are

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BTECH ICT - On track for hopefully a D* but atleast a D

A Level ASBW - On track for an A* but want to give leeway

As Level Product Design - Which I plan to drop as I was giving incorrect directions on the coursework for my year and am likely going to end the year with an E

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I am wondering what Uni's I could realistic get into, Im looking for more of a city life away from home but even with that considered my top choices are Lancaster and Nottingham Trent

Thank you to anyone who choses to interact with my post!

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