Machine Learning and the Internet of Things

University of Central Lancashire
Postgraduate MSc (PG) Full-time 1 Year Engineering and technology

About this course

Course Overview Immerse yourself in the emerging field of engineering, computing and statistics on our MSc in Machine Learning and Internet of Things programme. On this course you'll combine a project-based approach with flexible learning. The course tackles four key strands of learning:

  • Data science

  • Machine learning

  • Internet of Things

  • Robotics

    This course is designed to develop your knowledge and skills in modern machine learning 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 signal processing, computer vision, sensors and instruments.

  • Learn from an expert team. Your tutors have research interests and experience in the field of data science and its applications.

  • Participate in a School Expo, presenting your project to an external audience including industry representatives.

    What You'll Do

  • Access world-class facilities and expertise in machine learning, internet of things and related applications.

  • Located within one of the most intense engineering and manufacturing areas in the UK, our £35m Engineering Innovation Centre provides a space for teaching, research and work on real-world projects with commercial partners.

  • You will also have option to contribute to the ongoing biomedical data analytics projects brought about by our collaborative links with the health sector.

    Future Careers As a graduate, you will be equipped with skills in working on modern machine learning and IoT projects in both an individual and a team capacity. Upon graduation you may apply for a PhD. Studying Machine Learning and Internet of Things could lead to the following careers:

  • Machine learning engineer

  • Machine learning scientist

  • Data translator

  • Data privacy expert

  • AI ethics officer

  • Data Engineer

  • System engineers

  • Data analyst

  • Data scientist

    • Study Options

    This course is available in 3 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc (PG)

    Location: Preston

    Part-time

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: MSc (PG)

    Location: Preston

    Full-time with year in industry

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc (PG)

    Location: Preston

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2123 Electrical engineers
    2122 Mechanical engineers
    2124 Electronics engineers
    2129 Engineering professionals
    2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers

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    UCAS Points

    96 points

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Master of Science - MSc (PG)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Preston
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Engineering and technology

    Offered by

    University of Central Lancashire

    Preston

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