Statistical Data Science University College Dublin

Overview

The Statistical Data Science MSc programme from the University College Dublin is ideal for students interested in data science careers in industry, business, government, or to those interested in pursuing a subsequent PhD in statistics or in related areas.

The programme trains students in both applied and theoretical statistical data science, and prepares them well for a career as research data scientists. A wide variety of taught modules provides a thorough grounding in statistics and machine learning.

Compulsory modules are intended to ensure that all students have appropriate statistical knowledge and experience, while optional modules provide depth and exposure to the diverse range of statistical methods and applications. In addition, students take a supervised research module where they develop an individual project that addresses a present-day statistical problem.

In this programme, you will learn how to design, use and interpret a variety of statistical modelling tools, combining the fundamental theory of statistics with modern computational techniques. The programme is underpinned by several thematic areas:

• Data Science: in several of our modules, you will tackle on modern real-world problems, using a variety of advanced techniques that are common in statistics and machine learning. Modules examples: Statistical Machine Learning, Data Mining, Advanced Predictive Analytics.

• Computing: you will learn how to design and implement efficient algorithms, through various data science programming languages and software that are commonly used in industry and research. Modules examples: Data Programming, Optimisation, Machine Learning with Python.

• Fundamental theory: you will cover the fundamental aspects of mathematical statistics and learn how this is used in data science to develop new methods and concepts. Modules examples: Mathematical Statistics, Multivariate Analysis, Stochastic Models.

• Communication: you will learn how to study and interpret statistical analyses, and also how to effectively communicate your conclusions. Modules examples: Technical Communication, Applied Statistical Modelling, Dissertation.

Career opportunities:

The MSc Statistical Data Science graduates typically pursue careers related to data science as research data scientists, data analysts, and data engineers.

As the demand for data scientists is growing, career opportunities exist in a variety of industries including pharmaceutical companies, banking, finance, government departments, risk management and the IT sector. A number of past students also embarked on a career in academia by proceeding to study for a PhD in statistics, data science, or related fields.

MSc Statistical Data Science graduates are currently working for companies such as Google, Western Union, AIB, Norbrook, Ernst & Young, Novartis, Deloitte, Meta and Eaton. Demand for our MSc Statistical Data Science graduates continues to be very strong both in Ireland and abroad.