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MSc Data Science and Analytics

University of Westminster — London, United Kingdom

MSc Data Science and Analytics is a postgraduate Data Science & AI course at University of Westminster, London, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year, costs £20,760 per year and starts in September and January.

Postgraduate · 1 year · Full-time · Data Science & AI · £20,760 per year

Intakes: September, January

This course (previously Business Intelligence and Analytics MSc) addresses the need to propel information-gathering and data organisation, and exploit potential information and knowledge hidden in routinely collected data to improve decision-making. The course stretches the artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and decision science themes to business intelligence, data science and business analytics. You'll focus on developing solutions to real-world problems associated with the changing nature of IT infrastructure and increasing volumes of data, using applications and case studies, while gaining a deep appreciation of the underlying models and techniques. Top reasons to study this course (from the course page): - Master key data science and analytics skills – You’ll develop your skills in the use and application of various technologies, architectures, techniques, tools, and methods, including data warehousing and mining, distributed data management, and appropriate AI and ML techniques - Develop your problem-solving skills – You’ll focus on developing solutions to real-world problems associated with the changing nature of IT infrastructure and increasing volumes of data, and gain a deep appreciation of the underlying models and techniques - Gain industry-insider knowledge – You’ll attend presentations from industry professionals and have the opportunity to go on site visits to see the work of data science and analytics teams - Get access to the essential software and languages – You’ll use a range of industry-standard software such as R, Python, SQL, Simul8, Palisade Decision Tools, Tableau, and Oracle - You'll enhance your knowledge of algorithms and quantitative techniques including Al, ML, Operational Research (OR), and Advanced Analytics suitable for analysing and mining data and developing decision models in a broad range of application areas Campus: Cavendish, Central London Duration: 1 year Start dates: Full-time - September 2027; Full-time - January 2027 International tuition fee: £20,760 (Price per academic year). The university states annual fees stay the same throughout your studies. Careers (from the course page): You'll focus on developing solutions to real-world problems associated with the changing nature of IT infrastructure and increasing volumes of data, and gain a deep appreciation of the underlying models and techniques, equipping you with the practical skills needed to become a data science and analytics specialist. Typically, graduates of this course will be employed as consultants, data scientists, decision modelling or advanced data analysts, members of technical/analytics teams supporting the decision making of middle and top management in a diverse range of sectors. Graduate employers named on the course page: ACCA, AIMIA Inc, Amobee, Barclays, British Gas, Bumble, Cabinet Office, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Deloitte, Digital Contact, Emirates, EY. Source: University of Westminster course page.

Modules

• Business Analytics (Core)
• Data Mining and Machine Learning (Core)
• MSc Project (Core)
• Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence (Core)
• Data Visualisation and Dashboarding (Core)
• Web and Social Media Analytics (Option)
• Simulation Modelling (Option)
• Data Repositories Principles and Tools (Option)
• Big Data Theory and Practice (Option)

Careers

• Ad Technology Manager
• Big data architect
• Chief data officer
• Data analyst
• Data scientist
• Enterprise data architect
• Insights manager
• Lead information analyst
• Managing consultant
• Revenue optimisation manager
• Senior data scientist
• Senior insight analyst
• Technical insight analyst