Data Science and its Applications (Taught)

Our MSc degree in Data Science and its Applications is designed to provide you with a solid grounding in data science theory and practice.

Enter the exciting world of data science whatever your academic background! Our MSc in Data Science and its Applications course has been designed to increase the skilled workforce and diversity in qualified data science experts in the UK market. The programme is tailored to transform professionals from a wide range of backgrounds into accomplished data scientists who are well-placed to enhance their existing careers with an expansive set of data science skills, to move fully into data science roles, or to pursue further data science specialisations.

You will learn about many interesting topics in modern data science and be able to apply your data handling skills to real-world problems in a variety of applied fields. You will learn many practical skills that will enable you to critically analyse, solve and evaluate data-heavy projects – skills that are vital for both employment and further studies.

You can choose from a number of optional modules in different applications of data science, enabling you to tailor the programme to your areas of interest and career aspirations. You will see how your existing skills can be complemented and enhanced by the acquisition of data science knowledge. Graduates pursue careers in private and public companies, government and non-governmental organisations.

What you should know about this course

• Tailor the programme to your areas of interest and career aspirations - choose from a number of optional modules in different applications of data science.

• Study a course that will help you move into a career in a computer related subject.

• Gain a solid foundation in programming and mathematical skills needed to move to a career in Data Science and its applications.

• Enhance your employability prospects in a fast-growing application sector.