Applied Data Science

University of Central Lancashire
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Computer science

About this course

Immerse yourself in the emerging interdisciplinary field of engineering, computing and statistics. Combine a project-based approach with flexible learning on our MSc in Applied Data Science. The course tackles four key strands of data science learning: data science, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and robotics.

  • The ongoing progress in mathematical tools and automated data acquisition, combined with the growth of very large datasets and computational power, has established data science as a mature discipline with a broad spectrum of applications.

  • This course is designed to develop your knowledge and skills in modern data science practice. Practical and theoretical skills, such as programming, project management and statistics, are developed through a learning approach that combines taught sessions with individual and group projects.

    Why study with us

  • Choose an optional module based on your own academic interests. Options are available for software engineering, robotics, sensors and instruments

  • Learn from an expert team. Many of the course tutors have research interests and experience in the field of data science and its applications. A number of staff are also research active.

  • Participate in a School Expo, presenting your project to an external audience including industry representatives. The Expo involves a three-minute competition for your project.

    • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Preston

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Preston

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2139 Information technology professionals
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
    2141 Web design professionals
    3131 IT operations technicians

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    UCAS Points

    96 points

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Preston
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Computer science

    Offered by

    University of Central Lancashire

    Preston

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