MSc Data Science

The MSc Data Science course offered by the University of Hertfordshire is a comprehensive program that covers both the theory and practical application of data science. The course provides a critical insight into applied data science and artificial intelligence, embracing big data and cloud solutions. It is designed to equip students with a solid foundation in data science, including the ability to apply AI tools and techniques, data insights, data visualization, and cloud computing.Course Content: The course is designed to provide students with an understanding of contemporary data science techniques and how to apply them in different contexts. It covers three main areas: principles of data science, Applied Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence. The aim is to deepen the understanding of advanced technologies in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data modelling and data visualisation and how to deploy them practically using modern big data and cloud technologies.Key Modules: This course comprises key modules such as Principles of Data Science and Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Cloud Computing and IoT, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, and Applied Data Science and AI Intellectual Property and Standards for the Data Professional. Completing the course project will give students hands-on experience in their chosen area of data science.Accreditations: There are no specific accreditations associated with this course.Future Careers: Graduates of the MSc Data Science course will be well-positioned to pursue careers in various fields including Medical Informatics, Business, Public Services and Government, Financial Services, Manufacturing and Retailing, Communication, and Media. They can perform roles as a data scientist, an information strategy manager, a machine learning engineer, a statistician, and a data analyst.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.