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MSc Big Data Analytics

The University of Liverpool’s MSc in Big Data Analytics offers cutting-edge skills in a rapidly growing field, delivered completely online for full flexibility. Join to help fill significant industry skills shortages with world-class expertise.

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Time investment: 24 months

Location: Online

Cost: £17,357

Language: English

About this degree

Secure your future in a thriving field with big data analytics

The MSc in Big Data Analytics is designed to help you gain a specialist qualification in an area of computing that has seen recent and rapid growth, and where there is expected to be a significant skills shortage.

The online programme will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of both the technology that supports big data analytics and the practical application of this technology in the context of business information and real-world problems.

Transform industries with cutting-edge big data expertise

This online MSc will provide you with a specialist qualification in the growing field of computing, which has had a transformational effect across many different industries and sectors.

With the knowledge you’ll gain, you’ll be prepared to fill industry skills gaps and become an in-demand employee.

Benefit from flexible, global learning with the University of Liverpool

The programme is delivered 100% online, making it perfectly suited to its subject matter, within an international virtual classroom that offers a unique global perspective.

Experts have developed the content from the University of Liverpool’s Department of Computer Science – an institution that is globally renowned for the strength of its research into computer science, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

Where you’ll be studying

Studying at the University of Liverpool

The University of Liverpool has been offering online programmes since 2000. All our programmes are designed for online delivery, and our state-of-the-art learning platform encourages collaboration with fellow professionals from around the world.

By studying online with Liverpool, you’ll gain a highly regarded qualification from a member of the Russell Group, a group of 24 research-led UK universities committed to maintaining the highest possible standards of research and education

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Learning outcomes

Build a solid theoretical and practical academic foundation with respect to the techniques and challenges of Big Data Analytics.

Acquire an in-depth understanding of the technical and managerial end-to-end challenges associated with the storing, processing, visualisation and mining of large disparate data collections.

Gain a critical understanding of the challenges that private and public enterprises face with respect to the practical adoption of Big Data Analytics within the modern workplace.

Develop the practical ability to apply the tools and techniques of Big Data Analytics in the context of business information and real-world problems to support data-driven decision-making.

Work independently, and with others, to research, design, implement and execute creative solutions to practical and commercial problems in the context of Big Data and Data Analytics, and to subject your work and that of others to critical analysis and evaluation.

Create a professional development plan and, throughout the course of the programme, build an E-Portfolio that exhibits their understanding of Big Data Analytics and the practical application of Big Data technology.

Additional information

Applicants should possess either:

A minimum of a 2:2 class degree in Computer Science or a closely related subject, equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree, coupled with two years’ experience in employment; or
Professional work experience and/or other prior qualifications, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

All applicants must provide evidence that they have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5.

This is a part-time degree. Most students complete it within approximately 30 months.

You’ll be assessed through professional-like tasks such as reports, projects, and presentations. You’ll receive transparent feedback, clear grading, mark visibility, seven-day feedback, weekly lecturer support, and accessible Student Support for any concerns.

With an MSc in Big Data Analytics from the University of Liverpool, you can pursue various in-demand roles across industries, such as:

Data Scientist: Leverage advanced analytics and statistical techniques to interpret large datasets, providing insights and solutions to drive strategic business decisions.
Business Intelligence Analyst: Focus on analysing data trends and identifying business performance metrics to help organisations increase efficiency and profitability using comprehensive data insights.
Big Data Engineer: Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and architectures, ensuring efficient data processing and management to support analytics activities.
Data Analyst: Engage in examining, cleaning, and modelling data to uncover patterns, making complex data accessible and actionable for various stakeholders.