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MSc - Master of Science
University of Glasgow
Full Time
23-SEP-24
12 months
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MSc - Master of Science
University of Glasgow
Full time
23-SEP-24
12 months
Select a an exam type
The Masters in Data Science is a specialist version of the MSc (Computing Science) which will provide you with a thorough grounding in the analysis and use of large data sets together with experience of conducting a substantial development or research project focused on Data Science techniques, preparing you for responsible positions in the Big Data and IT industries.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
CAREER PROSPECTS
You will be well qualified for responsible software development positions, not only in the IT sector but also in many other sectors such as education, engineering, health services, financial services, government, manufacturing, retail, and transport. Expertise in Data Science & Big Data is particularly prized by employers. You will also be well qualified to proceed to a PhD in computing science.
Graduates of this programme have gone on to work for companies such as Amdocs, Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Sky UK. Positions include Software Developer and Data Scientists.
A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA 3.0/4 or equivalent) with Computing Science as a major subject. This programme is not available to recent graduates who have been awarded an undergraduate degree in either Computing Science or Software Engineering from the University of Glasgow. These applicants should, if not already graduated, consider continuing to the integrated MSci award.
Students living in
Domestic
£12,150 per year
Students from Domestic
Additional fees applicable.
£31,860 per year
Students from EU
Additional fees applicable.
£31,860 per year
Students from International
Additional fees applicable.
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