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MSc Advanced Computer Science with Data Science (January start)

  • DeadlineStudy Details: 1 Year Full-time

Course Description

Our MSc Advanced Computer Science with Data Science (January start) gives you the skill set needed in a range of industries. You'll gain an understanding of the new challenges posed by the data revolution, particularly in relation to its modelling, storage and access.

Data scientists are in high demand across a number of sectors, as businesses require people with the right combination of technical, analytical and communication skills. (Prospects, 2022).

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 Data Science (January start) gives you the skill set needed.

You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in recruitment events and meet industry employers such as JP Morgan, Adimo, JWF and more.

Entry Requirements

Minimum second-class (2:2) Honours degree or international equivalent in computer science or another numerate discipline (for example, mathematics, physics or engineering).

Some programming or database experience is normally required.

Other disciplines who have significant programming experience should contact us to discuss applying for this course.

Fees

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Student Destinations

There will be opportunities for you to meet industry employers and take part in recruitment events, in addition to taking advantage of a wealth of support offered by our award-winning careers service.

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

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

Module Details

Jan-March

Compulsory
Research Methods (10 credits)

Distributed Information Systems (20 credits)

Machine Learning for Data Analytics (20 credits)

Electives
Mobile Software & Applications (20 credits)

Evolutionary Computing for Finance (20 credits)

Business Analysis (10 credits)

May-Aug

Research Project (60 credits)

Sept-Dec

Compulsory
Legal, Ethical and Professional Issues for the Information Society (10 credits)

Deep Learning Theory & Practices (20 credits)

Electives
Advanced Topics in Software Engineering (20 credits)

Information Retrieval (10 credits)

Big Data Tools and Techniques (10 credits)

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