MSc Social and Geographic Data Science

The Social and Geographic Data Science MSc offered by UCL is an intensive programme that integrates knowledge from different fields to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of how social and geographical sciences and big data science are interconnected. It prepares students to lead in the development and use of novel methods and technologies to explore substantive issues in the social and geographical sciences.Course Content: The course involves a mix of lectures, seminars, tutorials, computing practicals, student-led discussions and guest lectures. It covers substantive theory and their applications, core skills in data manipulation and exploration and the ethical issues associated with data analysis.Key Modules: Students of the Social and Geographic Data Science MSc program will study required modules like Spatial Data & Science in R, Principles of Spatial Analysis, Geo-visualisation, Society & the Web, and Qualitative & Quantitative Social Research. Additionally, the course offers a variety of optional modules to hone students' expertise in particular areas.Accreditations: The course is currently not accredited by any professional association.Future Careers: The Social and Geographic Data Science MSc prepares students for a career in sectors like management & consultancy, public health & policy, crime profiling & policing, transport modelling, and GIS and spatial analysis. Graduates also go on to further research in the academic world.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.