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MSc - Master of Science
Liverpool Campus
Full Time
SEP
2 Years
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MSc - Master of Science
Liverpool Campus
Full Time
SEP
2 Years
MSc - Master of Science
Liverpool Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
24 Months
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This conversion MSc introduces those without a computer science related degree to Data Science and AI principles, with a thorough grounding in mathematics and statistics, data mining, artificial intelligence and the fundamentals of programming, to enable you to develop a toolkit of skills in data science and emerging technologies.IntroductionWith organisations increasingly reliant on data science and artificial intelligence (AI), understanding how to analyse, validate and interpret data can significantly enhance your employability.If you’re a graduate in a subject that’s not related to computer science, this conversion MSc will complement your first degree and prepare you to meet the high demand for professionals in data science and AI technologies.With the roots of data science embedded in mathematics, we’ll start year one by introducing you to linear algebra, differential calculus, probability theory and statistics. This will prepare you for working with data mining algorithms and experimenting using real-world data.You’ll receive an overview of how to design and create software, including an intensive introduction to programming, and explore key topics in AI. We’ll also provide a thorough grounding in how to plan and conduct research.Further opportunities to specialise and enhance your knowledge of big data, web programming, bio-inspired algorithms and modern information systems are available through a range of optional modules.In year two, you’ll undertake an industrial project in a real-world environment as part of an extended placement opportunity.Who is this course for?This is a conversion MSc, designed for those without a computer science related degree, who are seeking to develop their maths skills and their knowledge and technical expertise in the areas of Data Science and AI. If you do have a Computer Science related degree, you may want to consider applying for the Advanced Data Science and Artificial Intelligence with a Year in Industry MSc.What you'll learnHow to design and create software using a modern programming languageEssential mathematical concepts and techniques in linear algebra, differential calculus, probability theory and statistics
We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution. This degree should be in a subject thats not related to computer science.
Students on this conversion programme come from various academic backgrounds, therefore we strongly recommend that you review the pre-reading for the topics being introduced, to help prepare for studying this MSc.
Students living in
Domestic
£13,300 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£13,300 per year
Students from Other UK
The above-mentioned fee is for the Isle of Man
£13,300 per year
Students from Channel Islands
£30,800 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£30,800 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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