MSc Data Science and Analytics with Advanced Research
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
The University of Hertfordshire MSc Data Science and Analytics with Advanced Research is designed to cover the full lifecycle of data science and analytics. Students explore how to obtain data from diverse sources, pre-process and clean datasets, and model and analyse data using techniques such as machine learning and neural networks. The programme also includes an extended master’s project focused on a cutting-edge research topic.
Students learn through lectures, small-group seminars, and practical work in well-equipped laboratories. Assessment is based on coursework, individual projects, and a major research-led master’s project. The course offers multiple award routes, and graduates may progress to PhD study or specialist roles in advanced and unpredictable working environments.
Key highlights
- Accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS)
- Graduates can register with BCS as chartered IT professionals
- Includes an advanced research component alongside data science study
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS score of 6.0. Candidates who do not satisfy these requirements will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Data Scientist
- Data Analyst
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Engineer
- Research Data Scientist
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Data Science and Analytics with Advanced Research from the University of Hertfordshire may progress into roles such as:
- Data Scientist
- Data Engineer
- Data Analytics Consultant
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Research Assistant / PhD Candidate
Cost of study
International students pursuing the MSc Data Science and Analytics with Advanced Research at the University of Hertfordshire are required to pay a tuition fee of £22,450.
Admission
Applications for the University of Hertfordshire MSc Data Science and Analytics with Advanced Research should be submitted through the university’s international application form. For further guidance and personalised support, applicants are encouraged to contact AHZ’s trained counsellors.
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