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Data Science PGCert / PGDip / MSc

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Full time | Robert Gordon University | 12 months | 16-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

12 months

Start date

16-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Data Science

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

The MSc Data Science degree at Robert Gordon University will equip you with the knowledge and skills to design and implement computer-analytics and visualisation solutions across a range of industries.

With an emphasis on Big Data, you will gain an understanding of the needs of businesses and how to manage the requirements in this emerging international area of focus for companies, governments and economies.

The course focuses on Big Data, traditional and unconventional data management including acquisition, storage, warehousing, analytics and visualisation tools and techniques. You’ll put these skills into practice in our state-of-the-art facilities.

Importantly, the course satisfies the demand for Data Scientists who have the ability to relate key performance indicators and contribute to the decision-making within a business, giving you an advantage in the job market. You will also gain PGCert and PGDip awards in this course.

Modules

Data Mining
Advanced Data Management
Data Warehousing
Data Science Development
Professional Development and Research Skills
Big Data Analytics and Visualisation
Advanced Data Science
Information Retrieval Systems
MSc Project
Industrial Internship
Short Industrial Placement

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£5,720

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£19,790

Entry requirements

Applicants normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or its equivalent in Mathematics, Statistics, Computing or any other analytical discipline. Applicants with a lower degree classification and / or relevant work experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.