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Data Analytics MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert, MSc, PG Cert, PG Dip, De Montfort University

the United Kingdom

De Montfort University

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
MSc, PG Cert, PG DipFull-time16 monthsJanuary, SeptemberGBP 9000 per yearGBP 17100 per year

About Data Analytics MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert, MSc, PG Cert, PG Dip - at De Montfort University

Professionals with the ability to interrogate datasets by applying analytical techniques to describe and predict business performance are in high demand worldwide. Designed to equip you with the technical expertise needed for a career in industry, this course will prepare you for roles in analytics by developing your technical expertise and professional skills in business intelligence.

The first semester modules focus on core topic areas such as business intelligence and analytics, data warehouse design and big data applications, enabling you to gain insights into large multivariate datasets and apply your problem-solving abilities to explore business opportunities and challenges faced by data scientists when using business intelligence systems.

In the second semester you will apply your technical knowledge and further progress your analytical expertise by focusing on specific data science subject areas such as data mining techniques and methods. You will also be encouraged to demonstrate your technical and analytical abilities in response to real-world problems during your final-semester individual project.

Our graduates leave with sought-after skills for business intelligence and data mining roles within any field of data science. Opportunities also exist for further academic study towards a doctorate degree and a career in research.

Key features

  • With our 50-year history of teaching computing, you will benefit from established academic expertise, as well as gaining insight into real-world problem solving from our SAS-accredited staff.
  • Enhance your employability by developing substantial knowledge and skills in the deployment of SAS industry-standard software.
  • Sharpen skills by using software and techniques such as Apache Spark and the Hadoop Distributed File System to demonstrate data mining and machine learning algorithms.
  • Access dedicated computing laboratories, fully equipped with HP dual-boot and all-in-one computers and a high-performance file server.
  • Gain an insight into real-world issues and solutions through our research groups. You will have the opportunity to attend guest lectures and seminars to expand your understanding of the impact of current research.
  • Boost your career prospects through an optional one-year placement year in industry*, where you will be able to build contacts and transferable skills. Past students have completed placements with management consultancies, retailers and companies including Bosch Thermotechnology.

*Country restrictions apply

Notes about fees for this course

2023/24 full-time fees for UK students: £9,000 per year.

2023/24 full-time tuition fees for EU and international students: £17,100 per year.

Find out more about course fees and available funding.

Entry requirements

You should have the equivalent of a British Honours degree (2:2 minimum) in a relevant subject.

We are happy to consider equivalent qualifications from anywhere in the world.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.

English Language tuition, delivered by our British Council-accredited Centre for English Language Learning, is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.

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