MSc Applied Data Science (Ecology and Evolution)
University of Exeter
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OverviewDevelop expertise in data-driven perspectives on ecology, evolution, conservation, biodiversity, and epidemiologyBased at our stunning Penryn Campus in Cornwall and run jointly by the University’s Environment and Sustainability Institute and the Centre for Ecology and ConservationBe exposed to a wide variety of data and data analytics approaches with opportunities to work with industry, charities, or the public sectorYou’ll be immersed in the Big Data revolution and develop expertise in ...Read more

OverviewDevelop expertise in data-driven perspectives on ecology, evolution, conservation, biodiversity, and epidemiologyBased at our stunning Penryn Campus in Cornwall and run jointly by the University’s Environment and Sustainability Institute and the Centre for Ecology and ConservationBe exposed to a wide variety of data and data analytics approaches with opportunities to work with industry, charities, or the public sectorYou’ll be immersed in the ''Big Data revolution'' and develop expertise in data-driven perspectives on ecology, evolution, conservation, biodiversity, and epidemiologyGain the skills and experience you need to succeed in the demanding and fast growing data analytics sectors particularly in relation to ecology and evolution

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41/279
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18th
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11th
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04 Feb 25

Very safe, supportive and accepting community. Lectures respecting, reading and supporting students individual learning plans and DSA support. Uploading slides before lectures...Read more

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Ashuthosh prakash
27 Nov 24

Its great in all ways, but the time table is really scattered which is a bit difficult..Read more

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Entry requirements

A good degree (normally a 2:2). Successful applicants will usually have at least an A-level or equivalent in Mathematics and/or have received quantitative skills training as part of their undergraduate programme, or possess relevant professional experience. Prior experience of coding is not necessary on this course.

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£12,600 per year

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£28,600 per year

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04 Feb 25
MSc Conservation and Biodiversity
Very safe, supportive and accepting community. Lectures respecting, reading and supporting students individual learning plans and DSA support. Uploading slides before lectures....
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Ashuthosh prakash
27 Nov 24
MSc Conservation and Biodiversity
Its great in all ways, but the time table is really scattered which is a bit difficult...
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University of Exeter
University of Exeter , Exeter

A member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, the University of Exeter ranks in 11th place in the UK (Complete...

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University of Exeter
University of Exeter Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Penryn Cornwall  0.4 miles away

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