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title: "Data Science (Online) MSc"
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# Data Science (Online) MSc

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c508

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## Summary

The Department for Work & Pensions has completed a direct award procurement process for the delivery of a "Data Science (Online) MSc" course. This contract was awarded to the University of Lancaster, with the procurement focusing on enhancing data science skills including AI, NLP, and machine learning. The course is part of the services category for staff training and is designed for a single delegate, spanning up to 28 months on a part-time basis. This procurement, below the threshold and conducted without competition, was processed by SSCL and is set to run from 8th July 2026 to 7th July 2028. The contract's gross value amounts to GBP 15,552, indicative of the investment in developing data-driven decision-making skills within the government department.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for educational institutions and training providers with expertise in data science, AI, and related technologies. Large-scale organisations that can offer online, flexible learning solutions are particularly suited to engage in similar tenders. Given the central government's commitment to advancing digital skills, suppliers adept at delivering high-quality educational content online can leverage this growing demand to expand their offerings and secure future contracts. The contract’s scope further underscores the importance of tailored training programmes that meet the sophisticated needs of central government bodies.

## Notice

Data Science (Online) MSc. This course is required for one person. The course is delivered online and can take up to 28 months to complete on a part-time basis. The objectives for delegates on this course are to: * Become a subject matter expert in data science, AI, NLP and machine learning, * Master industry-standard tools including Python, Hadoop, Spark and PyTorch, * Gain the confidence to distill complex data sets into digestible, actionable insights for non-technical audiences, * Develop the skills to independently design and conduct an original data analysis project with DWP, confidently presenting and packaging findings to inform business decisions. Processed by SSCL

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063580-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2026 - 7 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £12,960 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80511000 - Staff training services

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2026 at 10:56 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063580-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063580-2026
  7th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://https//www.lancaster.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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