MSc Computer Science with Data Analytics

Abertay University

Developing the analytical capabilities of the next wave of business leadersThe ability to extract, analyse and glean insights from data to enhance organisational performance is an invaluable skillset in any modern workplace where data forms the core of business decision making.This MSc in Computer Science with Data Analytics programme enables graduates from a non-computer science background to enter the field and specialise in data analytics. Through an interactive, learner-centred teaching approach, you will gain knowledge, understanding and application of practice, and critical, evaluative and reflective skills in software and web development, networking, human factors, emergent technologies and data analytics. You will also complete a research-oriented proposal and project to further advance your study in the data analytics specialisation.You can get your studies started within weeks, even outside of the traditional academic year, with six starts per year. Your studies are also completed entirely online, and on either a full-time or part-time basis, so you have the space to organise your learning around work, family and other life commitments.What you'll learnThis MSc degree provides you with the core competencies in networking, databases, programming and more needed to work in computer science, with a focus on data analytics.You will gain important analytical skills and knowledge needed to understand and use data to reveal insights about and develop solutions to improve business activity and operations.Potential career paths for this MSc Computer Science with Data AnalyticsBe prepared for a variety of roles across a wide range of sectors with our MSc Computer Science with Data Analytics.Data AnalystData ScientistAnalytics ManagerBusiness AnalystResearch Officer