Data Science, Technology and Innovation
The University of EdinburghData Science, Technology and Innovation PgDip is a postgraduate degree at The University of Edinburgh, based in Edinburgh, taught online study over 4 years.
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:
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: PgDip
Location: Edinburgh
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: Professional Development Diploma
Location: Edinburgh
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: PgCert
Location: Edinburgh
Duration: 6 Years
Qualification: MSc
Location: Edinburgh
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
- Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
- Study Mode
- Online study
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Edinburgh
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
- Subjects
- Computer science
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ