EdiOperational Research with Data Science MScThe University of Edinburgh · Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Program Overview

2027/28 dates and tuition are not yet published. Showing 2026/27 cycle data as an estimate.

Multiple application rounds (other deadlines: Mar 31, 2026 | May 31, 2026).

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Recommendation letters x 1

Academic referees preferred; a work-related reference may be accepted if you graduated some time ago.

Official transcript(s)

From all universities attended, including interim transcripts for incomplete degrees; certified English translation if not in English.

Academic: Upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree; Or international equivalent.
Prerequisites: Quantitative background; Numerate discipline such as mathematics, engineering, computer science, physical or biological sciences, economics or business. Must have studied probability and statistics at least to the level of a first-year undergraduate course.
IELTS: 6.5 overall (6.0 each component); Required if prior degree was not taught and assessed in English.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall (4.0 each component) | Old scale: 92 overall (20 each component); Applies to tests from 21 Jan 2026 onwards.; Applies to iBT tests taken before 21 Jan 2026.
GMAT: Optional; Not routinely required unless specified by the programme.
GRE: Optional; Not routinely required unless specified by the programme.

Historical admission data is not published.