Overview

Big Data Science (Coursework) from University of Pretoria has extensive and cutting-edge teaching, learning and laboratory facilities integrated with the excellent suite of facilities and services offered by the University.

Students at Big Data Science (Coursework) from University of Pretoria will:

excel and develop as future professionals

position themselves as leaders in the professions that we support.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Big data science

Machine and statistical learning

Data platforms and sources

Information Ethics for Big Data Science

Mathematical optimization for big data science

Big data

Big data management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-02-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-08-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pretoria, South Africa

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data View 8 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Relevant honours degree with a cumulative weighted average of at least 65% for the honours degree or relevant four-year bachelor’s degree with a weighted average of at least 65% at final-year level and

The following modules passed at first-year level: Mathematical Statistics or Statistics and Mathematics (preferably Calculus and Linear Algebra) and Programming

A recommendation letter from the employer/line manager, indicating a commitment that they will make time available for the employee to devote to the studies

An essay/motivation letter motivating the interest in this degree

Comprehensive intellectual CV

Student insurance

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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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International

64000 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 64000 ZAR per year during 24 months.
National

32000 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32000 ZAR per year during 24 months.

Non-South African citizens (excluding students who are citizens of SADC countries) will be charged double the tuition fee of South African students.

Living costs for Pretoria

8592 - 10309 ZAR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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