Big Data Analytics - MSc / PgCert / PgDip / MSc

Postgraduate

In Birmingham

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Birmingham

  • Duration

    12 Months

The demand for big data analysis and management is continually increasing in business and computer science. For companies it can provide valuable insights, and results such as increased market share, profitability, possible cost savings and procedural efficiency. This course will equip you with the necessary skills to exploit big data tools and methods in order to drive innovation and growth in modern global organisations and society.

The learning activities on this Masters in Data Analytics degree are designed to encourage and facilitate your ability to gain employment and sustain a professional career in data analytics - by building your confidence and skills through hands-on experience and structured feedback. The course combines formal lectures and tutor-led workshops with independent study. You will develop key analytical and problem-solving skills, and will gain an aptitude for research, academic writing, and time management.

Technology enhanced learning will be used through the provision of online resources and discussion forums. Teaching will be conducted in a work-related context: you will work collaboratively with tutors, researchers, and businesses to prepare you for employment. Potential careers for Big Data Analytics graduates include roles in data science, data warehousing, consultancy, data security and data administration.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Birmingham (West Midlands)
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15 Bartholomew Row, B5 5JU

Start date

On request

About this course

The MSc Big Data Analytics course will provide you with an insight into areas of data mining, big data management, and advanced statistics. You will develop in-depth practical skills through using tools and techniques from the forefront of the emerging field of data analytics. You will use these to effectively model complex organisational requirements and propose suitable solutions.

OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.

In order to be considered for a place on this course, you must have passed a honours degree at minimum of 2:2 or equivalent. .

Students with a business or management degree will be considered, if there has been a substantial element of computing within the degree programme.

Students who do not hold the standard entry requirements may be considered for admission provided they can demonstrate that their qualifications and/or industrial experience are equivalent.

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Subjects

  • Computing
  • Business Environment
  • Philosophy
  • Perspective
  • Strategic decisions
  • Framework
  • IT Professional
  • Big Data Analytics
  • Ethical
  • Market Share
  • Contemporary Tools

Course programme

Module

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 180 credits):
  • Modern Optimisation
  • Applied Statistics
  • Advanced Databases
  • Big Data Management
  • Data Mining
  • Web Social Media Analytics and Visualisation
  • Individual Master’s Project

Additional information

Study mode: MSc - Full Time
PgCert / PgDip / MSc - Full Time, Part Time

UK students

Award: PgCert / PgDip / MSc Starting: Sep 2021
Mode          Duration      Fees
Part Time    24 months   £4,400 per year

Award: PgCert / PgDip / MSc Starting: Jan 2022
Mode         Duration    Fees
Full Time    23 months with Professional Placement (see below)  £9,700 per year
Part Time   18 months

International students

Award: MSc   Starting: Jan 2022
Mode        Duration    Fees
Full Time   23 months with Professional Placement (see below) £14,600 per year

Award: PgCert / PgDip / MSc Starting: Sep 2021
Mode        Duration    Fees
Full Time   12 months   £13,200 per year

Big Data Analytics - MSc / PgCert / PgDip / MSc

Price on request