Data Science MSc is a postgraduate degree at Robert Gordon University, based in Aberdeen, taught full-time over 12 months.
About this course
The MSc Data Science degree at Robert Gordon University will equip you with the knowledge and skills to design and implement computer-analytics and visualisation solutions across a range of industries.
With an emphasis on Big Data, you will gain an understanding of the needs of businesses and how to manage the requirements in this emerging international area of focus for companies, governments and economies. The course focuses on Big Data, traditional and unconventional data management including acquisition, storage, warehousing, analytics and visualisation tools and techniques. You’ll put these skills into practice in our state-of-the-art facilities.
Importantly, the course satisfies the demand for Data Scientists who have the ability to relate key performance indicators and contribute to the decision-making within a business, giving you an advantage in the job market.
Study Options
This course is available in 4 study options:
Duration: 12 Months
Qualification: MSc
Location: Aberdeen
Duration: 17 Months
Qualification: MSc
Location: Aberdeen
Duration: 33 Months
Qualification: MSc
Location: Aberdeen
Duration: 36 Months
Qualification: MSc
Location: Aberdeen
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:
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Course Details
- Qualification
- MSc
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 12 Months
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Aberdeen
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
- Subjects
- Computer science
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ