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University of Lisbon 4.0 (234)
Overview
The goal is to develop a range of competencies, capabilities, and knowledge which are essential, either for scientific research in the mentioned areas, but also for applying the received training in growing niches of employment for professionals with qualifications in Data Science .Data Science is offered at the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon .
The importance of Data Science is confirmed by the growing relevance of professionals in large companies and institutions, both at the international but also national levels, with competencies in data science, including data analysis, data processing, and data mining, among others. At the international level, a wide range of companies and institutions already employ the so-called Chief Data Officers (CDO), including large banking institutions, state departments, web companies, among other examples. Data science represents one pervasive area of knowledge in today’s information society, being expected that its relevance and importance will continue to grow in the future.
Employment
Enterprises and institutions that process large quantities of data, namely in the sectors of telecommunications, life and health sciences, insurances, banking, public institutions and public sector companies.
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Courses include:
Artificial Life
Complementary Statistical Physics
Computational Methods for Statistics and Operational Research
Database Technology
Data Visualization
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Language
English
Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Informatics & Information Technology Data Science & Big Data View 20 other Masters in Informatics & Information Technology in PortugalExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Holdership of a degree or legal equivalent, including the possibilities provided for in the items b), c) and d) of paragraph 1, of Article 17, of the Legal Regime of Academic Degrees and Diplomas of Higher Education, published by Decree-Law no. 74/2006, of March 24, amended by Decree-Law no. 63/2016, of September 13 and amended/republished by Decree-Law no. 65/2018, of August 16. Candidates holding foreign qualifications must consult the regulations in force.
Applicants must be proficient in English (spoken and written).
More information on general requirements can be found at:
https://ciencias.ulisboa.pt/en/international-students
and
https://ciencias.ulisboa.pt/en/ciencias-incoming
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International
7000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7000 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
1500 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1500 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Lisbon
630 - 1123 EUR /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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