Data Science MSc

Modules

These modules are running in the academic year 2018/19. We also plan to offer them in future academic years. They may become unavailable due to staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum. We’ll make sure to let our applicants know of such changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

Core modules

Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

• Dissertation (Data Science)
• Algorithmic Data Science
• Data Analysis Techniques
• Data Science Masters Research Proposal
• Data Science Research Methods
• Machine Learning
• Wider Topics in Data Science

Options

Alongside your core modules, you can choose options to broaden your horizons and tailor your course to your interests.

• Advanced Natural Language Processing
• Advanced Particle Physics
• Applied Natural Language Processing
• Coding Theory
• Genomics and Bioinformatics
• Image Processing
• Introduction to Genes and Biochemistry
• Mathematics and Computational Methods for Complex Systems
• Monte Carlo Simulations
• Particle Physics Detector Technology
• Programming in C++
• Statistical Inference
• Web Applications and Services