Overview
The MSc in Data-Intensive Analysis at the University of St Andrews is an interdisciplinary course from the School of Mathematics and Statistics and the School of Computer Science. It provides an understanding of how data is used to gain useful insights in all areas of science. The programme has a substantive statistical component – both theory and practice – allied to computational data science and visualisation.
Key facts
- Develop your practical skills in derivation, validation and deployment of predictive models based on collected data, and train in the use of industry- and research-standard technologies and techniques.
- Extend your specialist knowledge and critical thinking with a project involving a wide-ranging investigation and a substantial software development, leading to your dissertation.
- Access modern computing laboratories 24 hours a day. These labs are student spaces which support the close-knit community within the School where students at different stages of study and disciplinary interests can meet. There are also areas where groups can work together on projects.
Careers
In an era of big data, graduates from the School of Computer Science are in high demand, and there are a wide range of meaningful, exciting, and well-paid career opportunities open to you. They are committed to supporting your career aspirations, whatever stage your career is at. They offer:- Access to extensive global alumni community for advice and mentoring
- One-to-one guidance covering everything from career choice to application support and interview coaching
- Employer connections, global vacancies, and practical experiences
- Academic and professional skills development
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Data Analysis
- Knowledge Discovery and Datamining
- Applied Statistical Modelling using GLMs
- Computing in Statistics
- Data-Intensive Systems
- Information Visualisation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- St Andrews, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Data Analytics View 217 other Masters in Data Analytics in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2:1 undergraduate Honours degree in a STEM subject or equivalent professional experience. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.
- Demonstrable interest or experience in statistical data analysis in an academic or professional setting.
- Some experience with object-oriented programming such as R, Python, C++ or Java.
- English language proficiency.
- a one-page personal statement directly addressing entry requirements and including relevance of previous degree or experience, your interests in statistical analysis, and your object-oriented programming experience
- a CV with a history of your education and employment to date
- academic transcripts and degree certificates
- two original signed academic or professional references, ideally one academic reference and a professional reference if experience is to be considered
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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29990 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29990 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
12030 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12030 GBP per year during 12 months.
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Scholarships Information
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