Big Data Analytics MSc, PGDip, PGCert (Online)
University of Liverpool
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If you would like to develop your knowledge and open career opportunities in the expanding field of big data analytics, then this specialist master’s programme can help you to get ahead and be part of the revolution.What is Big Data Analytics?Big data analytics is the process of using advanced analytics against large quantities of data to uncover hidden patterns, correlations, market trends and much more, which can help businesses to make business decisions.Big data is a term applied to data ...Read more

If you would like to develop your knowledge and open career opportunities in the expanding field of big data analytics, then this specialist master’s programme can help you to get ahead and be part of the revolution.What is Big Data Analytics?Big data analytics is the process of using advanced analytics against large quantities of data to uncover hidden patterns, correlations, market trends and much more, which can help businesses to make business decisions.Big data is a term applied to data sets that are too large, diverse or complex to be analysed through traditional data-processing software. Big data analytics allows businesses to harness their data and identify new opportunities, which can lead to more efficient operations and higher profits.About the programmeThis online big data analytics programme will provide you with a specialist qualification in an area of computing which has seen rapid growth and had a transformational effect across many different industries and sectors. The programme will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of both the technology that supports big data analytics and the practical application of this technology in the context of business information and real-world problems.The programme is delivered 100% online, making it perfectly suited to its subject matter, within an international virtual classroom that offers a unique global perspective. The content has been developed by experts from the University of Liverpool’s Department of Computer Science – an institution that is globally renowned for the strength of its research into computer science, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

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23rd
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Akhiman
07 Oct 25

Guild is the place to be, worst would be that the uni cafes arent open..Read more

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Obaid Ullah Masood
07 Oct 25

Hard to get along and talk to more people specially as a masters student but I believe it’s pretty..Read more

Entry requirements

Applicants should possess either:

A degree in computer science or a closely related subject, equivalent to a 2:2 UK bachelors degree, coupled with two years relevant IT professional experience

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Professional work experience and/or other prior qualifications, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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