University of Strathclyde Glasgow , Scotland , United Kingdom Overview
The Data Analytics at the University of Strathclyde is designed to create rounded data analytics problem-solvers. This course focuses on the uses of data analytics techniques within business contexts, making informed decisions about appropriate technology to extract knowledge from data and understanding the theoretical principles by which such technology operates.
You'll gain a comprehensive skill set that will enable you to work in a variety of sectors using a blended learning approach that combines theory, intensive practice and industrial engagement.
The Masters in Data Analytics degree is unique by bringing together essential skills from three departments across the University in order to address the needs of a fast-growing industry. These are:
- Department of Management Science
- Department of Mathematics & Statistics
- Department Computer & Information Sciences
This collaboration avoids the narrow interpretation of this subject offered by competitor institutions and presents significant opportunities for businesses to recruit data analytics experts with a high-level expertise and knowledge.
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The aim of the MSc in data analytics is to develop graduates who can use data analytics technology, understand the statistical principles behind the technologies and understand how to apply these technologies to solve business problems.
Graduates will be able to bridge the various knowledge domains that are relevant for tackling data analytics problems as well as being able to identify emerging themes and directions within data analytics. Graduates will display abilities across the three component disciplines.
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Courses include:
- Big Data Fundamentals
- Big Data Tools & Techniques
- Data Analytics in R
- Business & Decision Modelling
- Optimisation for Analytics
- Data Analytics in Practice
- Dissertation in Data Analytics
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
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There’s no formal closing date for postgraduate applications
Language
English
IELTS or TOEFL needed
Credits
180 alternative credits
- Postgraduate Diploma - 120
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Informatics & Information Sciences Computer Sciences Data Science & Big Data View 605 other Masters in Computer Sciences in United KingdomMore information
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GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Lower Second Class (required)
GRE® The GRE® General Test is a widely administered admissions test that measures the skills needed in today's graduate and business school programs worldwide. It contains three sections - Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. Three scores are reported: a Verbal Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, a Quantitative Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, and an Analytical Writing score on a 0 - 6 score scale in half-point increments. —
GMAT The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a test intended to assess certain analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in written English for use in admission to a graduate management program, such as an MBA. GMAT contains 4 sections - Analytical Writing Assessment, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative and Verbal. The score has a range from 200 - 800. —
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5 (required)
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at desiganated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 80 (required)
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. —
Other requirements
General requirements
MSc
- Second-class Honours degree, or equivalent, in mathematics, the natural sciences, engineering, or economics/finance. Applications from those with other degrees are also encouraged if you have demonstrated a good grasp of numerical/quantitative subjects.
PgDip
- Minimum of a pass degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject. Subject to performance diploma students may transfer from the diploma course to the MSc.
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International
20350 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 20350 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 12 months. -
EU/EEA
10750 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 10750 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
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