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MSc - Master of Science
Edinburgh campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Edinburgh campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MSc Computational Data Science harnesses Heriot-Watt's world-leading expertise in the statistical foundations of data science and associated computational techniques, with applications to imaging and vision, ecology and climate, and stochastic modelling.You should study MSc Computational Data Science if you already have a degree in mathematics, engineering, physics or equivalent and want to develop skills at the cutting edge of data science. This MSc programme will teach you the statistical foundations and computational techniques in data science. It will provide you with a unique set of skills to address data science challenges, for applications ranging from imaging and vision (pathway 1), to ecology and climate (pathway 2), or stochastic modelling (pathway 3).
You will need a first or upper second-class honours degree (or its overseas equivalent) that has imparted reasonable know-how in programming and mathematics. Suitable candidates are likely to have studied a first degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering or computer science. Lesser qualifications combined with relevant work experience may also be suitable.
Students living in
Rest of World
£24,496 per year
Students from International
Living on campus cost (monthly) from £865 to £1,100
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