
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence with a Year in Industry
University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom
Course overview
This conversion MSc introduces those without a computer science related degree to Data Science and AI principles, with a thorough grounding in mathematics and statistics, data mining, artificial intelligence and the fundamentals of programming, to enable you to develop a toolkit of skills in data science and emerging technologies. With organisations increasingly reliant on data science and artificial intelligence (AI), understanding how to analyse, validate and interpret data can significantly enhance your employability. If you’re a graduate in a subject that’s not related to computer science, this conversion MSc will complement your first degree and prepare you to meet the high demand for professionals in data science and AI technologies.
With the roots of data science embedded in mathematics, we’ll start year one by introducing you to linear algebra, differential calculus, probability theory and statistics. This will prepare you for working with data mining algorithms and experimenting using real-world data. You’ll receive an overview of how to design and create software, including an intensive introduction to programming, and explore key topics in AI.
We’ll also provide a thorough grounding in how to plan and conduct research. Further opportunities to specialise and enhance your knowledge of big data, web programming, bio-inspired algorithms and modern information systems are available through a range of optional modules. In year two, you’ll undertake an industrial project in a real-world environment as part of an extended placement opportunity.
This is a conversion MSc, designed for those without a computer science related degree, who are seeking to develop their maths skills and their knowledge and technical expertise in the areas of Data Science and AI. If you do have a Computer Science related degree, you may want to consider applying for theAdvanced Data Science and Artificial Intelligence with a Year in Industry MSc. The Department of Computer Science offer
Key highlights
- Conversion route for graduates without a computer science degree
- Mathematical grounding in linear algebra, calculus, probability and statistics
- Intensive introduction to programming and software design
- Data mining algorithms applied to real-world data
- Optional modules in big data, web programming and bio-inspired algorithms
- Second-year industrial project on an extended placement
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — Postgraduate entry requirements: We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies
The scholarship provides £5,000 towards fees, plus a £5,000 stipend, for students undertaking a Hispanic topic in any master's programme in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film at the University of Liverpool.
Up to £5,000Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary
The successful candidate will receive a one-off fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Hodgson Law Scholarship
Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduates
If you're an international student, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £7,000.
Up to £7,000Liverpool Law School Hong Kong Scholarships
Two scholarships worth £1,000 each.
Up to £1,000Liverpool Law School LLM Bursaries
Two bursaries worth £500 each for Home students. Two bursaries wroth £1,000 each for international students.
MA in Chinese-English Translating and Interpreting Scholarships
Students awarded this scholarship will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Management School MBA Excellence Scholarship
50% tuition fee discounts are available.
Up to 50% of feesManuel Irujo Scholarship in Basque Studies
The scholarship provides approximately £5,000.
MusicFutures Scholarship for International Intellectual Property Law LLM
Up to five scholarships are available, each worth £12,500 in the form of a tuition fee discount.
Up to £12,500Peter Astaire Memorial Scholarship in Beatles Studies
Up to two awards are available in each academic year, with each award worth £4,000.
Up to £4,000Scholarships for MA Political Science and International Relations
The Department of Politics is pleased to announce two £5,000 scholarships for students wishing to pursue the MA in Political Science and International Relations.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Master's in Public Administration and Policy
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Education
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Film Studies
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in History
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Translation
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000University of Liverpool Humanitarian Scholarships for Master's Programmes
University of Liverpool International College (UoLIC) Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Data scientist
- Data analyst
- Machine learning engineer
- AI engineer
- Business intelligence analyst
- Data engineer
Cost of study
UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £14,000; Year in industry: £2,800 | International: Full-time place, per year - £34,000; Year in industry: £6,800
Admission
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