Advanced Data Science MSc
Newcastle University
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MSc - Master of Science

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Newcastle, Main Campus

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MSc - Master of Science

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Newcastle, Main Campus

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Data science is revolutionising every area of science, engineering and commerce. It offers the potential for huge societal and economic benefits.Data science extracts insights and knowledge from large and complex datasets. It uses a wide range of techniques and methods to do this.Designed in collaboration with leading industry partners, our Advanced Data Science MSc directly addresses the growing demand for skilled data professionals.This programme is guided by an Industrial Advisory Board, ...Read more

Data science is revolutionising every area of science, engineering and commerce. It offers the potential for huge societal and economic benefits.

Data science extracts insights and knowledge from large and complex datasets. It uses a wide range of techniques and methods to do this.

Designed in collaboration with leading industry partners, our Advanced Data Science MSc directly addresses the growing demand for skilled data professionals.

This programme is guided by an Industrial Advisory Board, which includes representatives from:

  • Google
  • Meta
  • JP Morgan
  • PwC

The programme is shaped by real-world expertise to reflect the latest industry trends, technologies, and employer expectations. You'll graduate ready to make an immediate impact.

Our Master's in Data Science brings together students and industry practitioners to develop and translate new technologies into industry practice.

You'll receive a comprehensive grounding in the theory and application of data science. You'll develop a multi-disciplinary combination of skills in statistics and computer science. You'll also be able to apply these skills to real problems in each application area.

You'll learn to analyse data and uncover patterns, trends and correlations. Topics covered also include:

  • data visualisation
  • statistics
  • machine learning
  • data engineering

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16/279
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31st
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Entry requirements

A 2:1 BSc honours degree, or international equivalent, in:

  • computer science
  • mathematics
  • statistics
  • an engineering discipline with programming experience

We have a strong track record of admitting applicants from a non-standard background and individuals with strong relevant work experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis.

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£14,500 per year

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Living costs - 10500-11500 a year

£31,700 per year

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Students from EU

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Living costs - 10500-11500 a year

£31,700 per year

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Living costs - 10500-11500 a year

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