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MSc - Master of Science
Treforest Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
Treforest Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Treforest Campus
Full Time
FEB-25
18 months
MSc - Master of Science
Treforest Campus
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
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Data science is rapidly emerging in organisations and the need for fully trained data scientists, analysts and programmers is in demand now more than ever. Businesses rely on big data to uncover hidden patterns and unknown correlations to make informed decisions and drive business success. On the Data Science course you will learn how to apply high level analytical skills and knowledge to solve a range of real-world problems.
The MSc Data Science is designed to support your development of transferable skills and expertise to play a leading role at a technical and practical level in the industry. Additionally, you will work towards a globally recognised qualification, the SAS Joint Certificate in Applied Statistics and Data Mining. The Joint Certificate will validate your skills and ability to use SAS software, giving you a competitive advantage in the job market.
Assessment
All modules are assessed entirely through coursework based activities ranging from reports, demonstrations, and presentations and coding tasks.
Careers
Employment prospects are strong in this rapidly growing and demanding industry. There are a number of careers available to those trained in data science - students could go on to be data scientists, statistics officers, business analysts, predictive modellers or computer programmers, these will continue to grow as organisations are required to adapt to improving technologies. Graduates could also progress to a postgraduate research degree at USW.
Suitable for graduates with a minimum 2:2 Honours degree or equivalent in a numerate discipline across any STEM or business subject. Relevant industry experience can also be taken into account.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,250 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)
£16,000 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£16,000 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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