menu icon
Book your open day visit nowClick to book open day
Advanced Computer Science with Big Data MSc

Advanced Computer Science with Big Data MSc

Different course options

Full time | University of Strathclyde | 12 months | 23-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

12 months

Start date

23-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Database Management

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Big data is of growing importance in businesses and society in general. A skills shortage in this area means companies are willing to pay high salaries for the right skill set (The Guardian Career Choices).

Opportunities for graduates exist in a range of industries such as finance, films and games, pharmaceuticals, health care, consumer products and public services. Our MSc Advanced Computer Science with Big Data? gives you the skill set needed.

Learning & Teaching

Teaching methods include lectures, tutorials and practical laboratories. Dissertation is by supervision.

You’ll also have the opportunity to meet industry employers and participate in recruitment events.

Careers

Opportunities for graduates of the MSc Advanced Computer Science with Big Data exist in various industries:

  • finance
  • films and games
  • pharmaceuticals
  • healthcare
  • consumer products
  • public services

Future career options include:

  • big data analyst
  • software engineer
  • data scientist
  • data consultant

Modules

This module aims to provide you with an understanding of both quantitative and qualitative research processes and associated techniques, including the effective presentation of findings in accordance with the best principles of scholarship.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,800

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£27,500

Entry requirements

Minimum second class honours degree or international equivalent in computer science or another numerate discipline (e.g. mathematics, physics, engineering). Some programming or database experience is normally a requirement. Other disciplines who have significant programming experience should contact us to discuss applying for this course.

University information

The University of Strathclyde is an international leading technological university, offering a diverse variety of postgraduate course options. With over 30,000 students from over 140 countries, it has a vibrant, international community and welcomes students from around the globe. Research is at the heart of everything that the University of Strathclyde does, and almost 90% of Strathclyde’s research is rated ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally...more

Similar courses at this uni

Information Management MSc

Full time | 12 months | 23-SEP-24

Advanced Computer Science MSc

Full time | 12 months | 23-SEP-24

Data Analytics MSc

Full time | 12 months | 23-SEP-24