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Data Science and Analytics MSc

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Data Analysis Data Science

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Overview

We are surrounded by data. The variety and amount we collect and store grows every day, from the simplest of retail transactions to the complex and intimate medical records of millions.

There is an increasing demand for people who can manage and control the way data is used. These individuals require an understanding of computer science and mathematics, as well as a familiarity with the data needs and processes of a number of different areas, including healthcare, business, government and the environment.

Our Data Science and Analytics Masters degree offers you the opportunity to develop a range of relevant skills including:

  • analysing structured and unstructured data
  • analysing large datasets
  • critically evaluating results in context
  • getting insights from data

The course combines expertise from the Schools of Computing, Geography and Mathematics with that of Leeds University Business School.

This collaboration allows you to benefit from a range of data science perspectives and applications, allowing you to tailor the course to match your own career ambitions.

Learning and teaching

Teaching is by lectures, tutorials, seminars and supervised research projects.

On this course you’ll be taught by our expert academics, from lecturers through to professors. You may also be taught by industry professionals with years of experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers, connecting you to some of the brightest minds on campus.

Assessment

Assessment is by a range of methods, including formal examination, assignments, coursework, reports and practical activities.

Career opportunities

There is increasing demand for individuals who can manage and control the way data is used. These individuals require an understanding of computer science and mathematics as well as a range of sector specific skills.

The emerging era of ‘big data’ brought about by the digital technology revolution shows no signs of abating. With the modern world producing ever-growing amounts of new information, data scientists will become increasingly important to help governments, businesses, researchers, NGOs and many other organisations make sense of it all.

Modules

The aim of the module is for students to understand methods of analysis that allow people to gain insights from complex data. The module covers the theoretical basis of a variety of approaches, placed into a practical context using different application domains.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£14,000

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£31,750

Entry requirements

To be considered you will need to provide evidence of: A bachelor degree with a first or high 2:1 (Hons) in a subject containing a substantial mathematical, statistical and/or computing component. All your key modules should have strong grades (mainly firsts with no key marks below 2:1). You must provide a list of the type and level of maths/computing modules that you have studied if this is not obvious from your transcript.