MSc Data Science

The MSc Data Science course offered by the University of Aberdeen provides students with essential skills and knowledge needed to become a data scientists. It combines elements of Statistics, Computing Science and Mathematics in such a way that students can handle the increasingly important area of big data. The full-time course offers either 12 months study option, starting in September, or 24 months, starting in January.Course Content: The course content involves the study of Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Data Management, Modelling, Visualization, Big Data, and more. It provides skills in transforming, analyzing, visualizing data, and applying machine learning algorithms, as well as in scientific communication to non-experts.Key Modules: Some of the notable modules provided in this course are: Advanced Machine Learning and Applications, Big Data and Cloud Computing, Machine Learning in Python, Statistical Data Analysis, Modern Research Skills, and more.Future Careers: Successful completion of this course can lead to a career as a Data Analyst, Statistician, IT consultant, Database administrator, Data Scientist, Machine Learning engineer, and roles alike. Businesses from all sectors of the economy are looking for individuals with such skills, making this degree highly portable across employers.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.