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Data Analytics MSc

Accelerate your career by mastering transferable data science skills with this online degree from the University of Huddersfield. On this British Computer Society-accredited MSc, explore the ways data analytics can help you and the world.

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Time investment: 2-3 years part-time

Location: Online

Cost: £9,900

Language: English

About this degree

Elevate your data science expertise with a degree aligned with SAS

The demand for data is only getting stronger. For those who can not only make sense of it but master it, the opportunities for success and innovation are boundless.

Transform your data science skills with a BCS-accredited degree

Over two to three years, you’ll master data analytics as you explore the fundamentals of statistics, data mining, big data management, and complex data visualisation. You’ll sharpen your research skills and find opportunities to apply this expertise to solve real-world problems.

Succeed as a data scientist, data analyst, and beyond

No matter the industry, this carefully crafted programme will help you become better at analytically evaluating existing and emerging data science trends and technologies to offer innovative solutions.

Where you’ll be studying

Studying at the University of Huddersfield

The University is home to six academic Schools of Study: Applied Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Business and Law, Computing and Engineering, Education, and Human and Health Sciences. It is an established and growing centre of research and excellence, pushing the boundaries of knowledge and is recognised for the quality of its teaching, achieving a Gold Award in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and winning the inaugural Higher Education Academy Global Teaching Excellence Award in 2017.

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Learning outcomes

Master research skills

Develop essential research skills for computing, including scientific methods, literature review, project management, and effective presentation techniques.

Analyse data and statistics

Explore statistical methods vital for data analysis and their applications across various sectors such as business, health, and structured/unstructured data analysis.

Visualise data insights

Learn to transform complex datasets into valuable insights through advanced data visualisation theories, best practices, and practical application of cutting-edge tools.

Handle large databases

Discover alternative approaches to data management with a focus on building robust organisational information systems capable of handling large-scale data requirements.

Understand data mining

Uncover meaningful patterns within large datasets using data mining techniques, evaluate the quality of discovered knowledge, and understand its social impact across various application areas.

Harness big data analytics

Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by big data analytics, exploring fundamental characteristics, architectures, processing techniques, and domain applications.

Embrace machine learning

Explore the wide-ranging applications of machine learning, including recognition, classification, optimisation, and practical implementations to improve existing AI systems.

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Additional information

The Data Analytics MSc is open to all learners who meet the following prerequisites: a BSc, BEng or BA Honours degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent professional qualification in any subject.

Applicants with other appropriate professional qualifications and/or experience will be considered on an individual basis.

Learners are expected to have an IELTS proficiency score of at least 6.0 (no less than 5.5, or equivalent) if English is not their first language.