MSc Data Science
University of Lancashire
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Transform your future with our MSc Data Science conversion course. Explore the latest in data analytics, big data, and machine learning tools and techniques.This course will enable you to expand your skillset, equipping graduates with the tools needed to apply a range of analytical techniques across a broad range of disciplines.Key modules explore topics like Big Data, Machine Learning, and Data Visualisation, enabling you to to thrive in a fast-evolving digital world.Graduates of our MSc Data ...Read more

Transform your future with our MSc Data Science conversion course. Explore the latest in data analytics, big data, and machine learning tools and techniques.

This course will enable you to expand your skillset, equipping graduates with the tools needed to apply a range of analytical techniques across a broad range of disciplines.

Key modules explore topics like Big Data, Machine Learning, and Data Visualisation, enabling you to to thrive in a fast-evolving digital world.

Graduates of our MSc Data Science course are well-equipped to excel in roles such as data scientist, machine learning engineer, and data analyst, driving innovation and decision-making in a data-driven world.

Why study with us

  • Develop high-demand Data Science skills with a focus on real-world applications and problem-solving.
  • Take advantage of opportunities to develop your skills and professional network on optional industry placements.
  • Our teaching is informed by research and industry practice. You will learn from internationally recognised researchers and industry experts, enhancing career readiness.

Future careers:
An MSc in Data Science opens doors to careers in machine learning, Data governance and Data Engineering, analysis and visualisation. Discover where Data Science can take you.
Graduating with an MSc in Data Science equips you with the skills to work in data centric roles across a broad range of fields like machine learning, healthcare analytics, financial modelling and more.
Data science expertise is valued worldwide, giving you the chance to work in thriving industries anywhere.
Graduates on our computing focused courses stand out, equipped with hands-on experience and advanced analytics-skills that employers highly value in this evolving landscape. With career support and industry connections, you’ll be well-equipped to make an impact from day one.

Sandwich option:
Our sandwich degrees offer the perfect blend of academic study and practical work experience, allowing you to build confidence in the workplace and graduate work-ready from your degree programme.
Our previous graduates have found their sandwich year particularly beneficial as it has allowed them to gain practical, hands-on experience within their chosen career and the opportunity to learn directly from professionals based out in industry. It is not uncommon for sandwich year programmes to also open up future work opportunities in similar fields or professions for our graduates.

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86th
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Entry requirements

  • Applicants should hold at least 2:2 degree
  • Applicants who do not meet the above requirements with relevant qualifications and experience can be considered individually subject to an interview

     

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£9,450 per year

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£2,625 for the sandwich year

£17,900 per year

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£17,900 per year

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University of Lancashire
University of Lancashire , Lancashire

The University of Lancashire is an international, multi-campus university leading the way in modern postgraduate learning...

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University of Lancashire
Preston, Lancashire Preston Lancashire PR1 2HE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Preston   0.2 miles away

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