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Data Analytics MSc (Distance Learning)

University of Huddersfield

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Course options

4 options available

  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Huddersfield

  • Study mode

    Distance / Online

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    2 years

Course summary

Does working with big data excite you? Aimed at people who aren’t local to our campus or who are in employment, the Data Analytics MSc at The University of Huddersfield will provide you with the learning experience to get you ready for a satisfying career in data science.

With an option for distance learning, this course meets the demand for experts with advanced skills and knowledge in the following:

• statistics
• data mining techniques
• big data and associated file systems
• complex data visualisation.

You’ll finish our Data Analytics course with a deeper understanding of how to analyse and visualise complex datasets, evaluate existing and emerging data science technology and provide novel data solutions to stakeholders to improve their decision-making process.


Why study Data Analytics MSc (Distance Learning) at Huddersfield?

Our hands-on Data Analytics MSc (Distance Learning) is designed to meet the demand for a new kind of IT specialist with skills and knowledge in data science. The course provides students the opportunity for professional development and valuable practice.

Our course is SAS certified. The SAS Institute is a multinational enterprise providing analytical solutions, platform and software, and training courses to high profile companies, and to academia. You will follow SAS training as part of your course, which puts you on the path to apply for SAS Certification and also allows you to obtain SAS Digital Badges that you can use in your CV or your online profiles to prove your skills to employers. Our partnership with SAS also gives you access to relevant job opportunities through portals like Handshake UK.

This course is also fully accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT and by completing it, you will have partially fulfilled the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

Discover more about Distance Learning at Huddersfield.



Top 3 Reasons to Study Data Analytics MSc (with placement) at Huddersfield

1. Knowledge – Our course is aligned with SAS and will equip you with the ability to evaluate existing and emerging data science technology and apply your knowledge to big data problems.
2. This course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for the IT industry. This gives you a potential advantage when looking for a job as some employers may ask for graduates with accredited degrees.
3. Convenience – This course is delivered as a Distance Learning programme, with access to materials readily available online. If you wish to be eligible for a Government student loan you can even undertake this course part-time over a duration of two years.

HESA Graduate Outcomes 18/19

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Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 17,600per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Huddersfield

University of Huddersfield

  • University League Table

    65th

  • Campus address

    University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD1 3DH, England

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Huddersfield has a thriving international community, with students from across the world.
International students can benefit from a merit-based scholarship scheme for eligible applicants.
The university has strengths in teaching, employability, internationalisation and inclusiveness.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    57th out of 117 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    126 56%

    59th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    48th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    2.99 75%

    74th

    20

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