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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Online Campus
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Study mode
Part time
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Start date
12-OCT-26
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Duration
2 Years
Course summary
The global data science platform market size was valued at £80.37 billion ($103.93 billion) in 2023. It is projected to grow to £600.75 billion ($776.86 billion) by 2032 (source: Fortune Business Insights 2024/5). The demand for graduates in this field is growing rapidly fuelled by advances in technology and the increasing importance of data (source: Data Science Jobs 2025). Develop expertise in big data technologies and data analytics This two-year online big data Masters degree will equip you with in-demand industry skills in big data technology, advanced analytics and industrial and scientific applications. You’ll learn how to collect, manage and analyse big data for science or commerce through cutting-edge methods and technologies such as: Python scripting Big databases and NoSQL including MongoDB, Cassandra and Neo4J Cluster computing with Hadoop, Spark, Hive and MapReduce Machine learning and data visualisation using Python, Orange and ScikitLearn Business and scientific applications of big data Data analytics Statistics with R Fit your studies around your lifestyle This is a 100% online Big Data Masters degree which gives you the opportunity to study in a way that suits your personal and professional needs. A combination of video lectures, live sessions and online materials are delivered via our intuitive online platform. Access them at the right time for you. Our online platform has collaborative tools that make it easy to connect with tutors and fellow students. You'll also have access to an extensive database of eBooks and journals, and free software such as Office 365. Work on commercially relevant big data projects On our online Big Data MSc, you get the opportunity to work with academics on ongoing commercially relevant research projects, potentially also with industry or technology providers. Students who are currently in work are supported in finding a project with their current employer if they want. Past projects include: Fishvet Group: Developing search tool for pathology reports using NLP Sainsbury’s Bank: Driving customer value by engineering novel features from big data We are a member of The Data Lab, an Innovation Centre developing data science talent and skills required by industry. They offer great networking opportunities for our students. Students studying on this course will be introduced Big Data concepts.
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£ 6,350per year
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University information
University of Stirling
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University League Table
51st
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Campus address
University of Stirling, University of Stirling, Stirling, Stirling, FK9 4LA, United Kingdom
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Subject ranking
49th out of 117 10
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Entry standards
/ Max 223143 64%36th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10082.0 82%57th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.12 78%33rd
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