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Data Science (PGCert/PGDip/MSc) - online

University of St Andrews

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of St Andrews

  • Study mode

    Distance / Online

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 years

Course summary

The Data Science course develops core skills in data science, covering a mix of practical and theoretical issues integral to careers in many data driven sectors. You will learn how to approach real-world data problems and how to apply your skills in critical thinking, problem solving and analysis. Course details

The Data Science course is an online self-paced programme, with options to study for a PGCert, PGDip and an MSc.

Highlights

The programme will teach research methods in data science and help you to understand contemporary issues in the field.

You will discover methods of datamining, from the underlying core theory to practical understanding.

The programme will help you to understand how to create effective information visualisations and how to engage critically with visual displays of data.

You will use industry-standard computing resources to employ the full Data Science workflow from data acquisition and processing, through model development and selection, to final deployment and maintenance.

You will learn optimisation techniques, how to curate and utilise large quantities of data, and how to model and simulate complex systems of data.

Assessment

Most modules are assessed through coursework exercises, presentations and tests.

After your degree

Careers

Alumni of the School of Computer Science have gone on to work in a variety of global, commercial, financial and research institutions, including:

Amazon

American Express

Avaloq

Barclays Capital

BP

Capricorn Ventis

Hailo

Hewlett Packard

Hitachi Data Systems

Microsoft

Rockstar

Royal Bank of Scotland, Tesco Bank, Lloyds

Skyscanner

Symantec

TriSystems

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  • offers one-to-one advice to all students as well as a programme of events to assist students in building their employability skills.

    Application deadline

    07 October 2024, 02-09-2024

    Tuition fees

    Students living in United States
    (International fees)

    £ 6,000per 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 St Andrews

    • University League Table

      4th

    • Campus address

      University of St Andrews, College Gate, St Andrews, KY16 9AJ, Scotland

    Subject rankings

    • Subject ranking

      4th out of 117

    • Entry standards

      / Max 223
      223 100%

      1st

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      99.0 99%

      2nd

      7
    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.24 81%

      11th

      4

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