Data Science, Technology and Innovation

The University of Edinburgh
Postgraduate PgDip Online study 4 Years Computer science

About this course

Demand is growing for high value data specialists across the sciences, medicine, arts and humanities. The aim of this unique, modular, online distance learning programme is to enhance existing career paths with an additional dimension in data science.

The programme is designed to fully equip tomorrow’s data professionals, offering different entry points into the world of data science – across the sciences, medicine, arts and humanities.

Students will develop a strong knowledge foundation of specific disciplines as well as direction in technology, concentrating on the practical application of data research in the real world.

Study Options

This course is available in 4 study options:

Online study Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: PgDip

Location: Edinburgh

Online study Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: Professional Development Diploma

Location: Edinburgh

Online study Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: PgCert

Location: Edinburgh

Online study Shown above

Duration: 6 Years

Qualification: MSc

Location: Edinburgh

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2134 Programmers and software development professionals
2139 Information technology professionals
2141 Web design professionals
3132 IT user support technicians
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
3131 IT operations technicians

Course Details

Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Study Mode
Online study
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Edinburgh
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Computer science