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Data Science and Statistics MSc – 2 years including placement year
Master
In Bath ()
Description
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Type
Master
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Duration
2 Years
Data science is increasingly important to the global economy and is influencing scientific progress across numerous fields. This course will provide you with the tools to become an industry expert with a strong mathematical foundation.
You’ll learn strong statistical foundations of universal relevance as well as gain expertise in statistics and probabilistic modelling, including the design, collection, analysis and presentation of data. You’ll also study machine learning techniques and software technologies central to putting this knowledge into practice, addressing the challenges of small and large data sets.
About this course
This course is designed for graduates who have limited experience of statistics and would like to develop their knowledge in this area. The first semester will give you the foundation level statistical knowledge and general programming skills required of data scientists. The second semester is focused on statistics, and will give you the skills and knowledge to challenge real world data using more advanced analytical techniques.
After graduation you’ll be well placed to progress into a wide variety of careers in data science, from large-scale established commercial enterprises to innovative technology start-ups. You'll also have acquired the essential foundation for further postgraduate study and research within related fields.
IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.
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Subjects
- Design
- Industry
- Accrediting
- Programme
- Programme Planning
- Data science
- Data Collection
- Technologies
- Learning
- Learning Teaching
- Statistics
- Investigations
Course programme
Occasionally we make changes to our programmes in response to, for example, feedback from students, developments in research and the field of studies, and the requirements of accrediting bodies. You will be advised of any significant changes to the advertised programme, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.
Compulsory course units
These compulsory units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.
Semester 1
- Applied data science
- Statistics for data science
- Machine learning 1
- Software technologies for data science
- Applied data science
- Applied Statistics
- Statistical Design of Investigations
- Statistical Modelling
- Research project preparation
- Placement
- Placement
- Placement
- Dissertation
Going on placement gives you the opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge during a year working in industry. You’ll be employed full-time in a role to match your future career ambitions, broadening your experience and transferable skills.
We have links with some of the industry’s leading companies.
Placement opportunities can't be guaranteed but you will receive tailored support from our specialist team to help you secure a placement.
Find out more about going on placement
Learning and assessment
Learning
- Lectures
- Online resources
- Practical sessions
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Coursework
- Dissertation
- Essay
- Multiple choice examination
- Online assessment
- Oral assessment
- Practical work
- Thesis
- Written examination
- Other
Additional information
Overseas deadline 30 June 2020
Data Science and Statistics MSc – 2 years including placement year