Birmingham City University

Big Data Analytics - MSc

Birmingham City UniversityCity Centre, United Kingdom

Course overview

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....

Key highlights

  • Covers data mining, big data management and advanced statistics
  • In-depth practical skills with cutting-edge data analytics tools and techniques
  • Learn to model complex organisational requirements and propose solutions
  • Option to extend study with a professional placement

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include Computing; or above

Scholarships

  • Bowater Financial Assistance Award

  • Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee discount for BCU graduates undertaking Master’s or PhD study.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • International Postgraduate Scholarships

    BCU is offering a scholarship of £3,000 to all self-funding international postgraduate students joining BCU on a full-time postgraduate taught Master’s degree in 2026.

    Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Data Scientist
  • Big Data Engineer
  • Data Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Data Architect

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,350 in 2026/27 | International: £18,970 in 2026/27

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Birmingham City University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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