MSc Data Science

The Data Science MSc course at Cardiff Metropolitan University provides a comprehensive and contemporary study of data science, combining theory with hands-on practical experience in managing and analysing data. The course aims to equip students with the skills to apply analytical and computational techniques to data and play a significant role in future innovations. Course Content: The curriculum includes a broad coverage of the specialist skills used in data science, including programming, data analysis, statistics, machine learning, and data visualisation. Students will have the opportunity to work with real-world data and underpinning theories to help them understand the context and limitations of data.Key Modules: The course includes modules in Programming for Data Analysis, Data Mining, Statistics, Machine Learning, Big Data and Data Governance, and Professional Skills and Research Methods. The MSc culminates in an individual project which can be linked to a work related issue or area of personal interest.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT, for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.Future Careers: Graduates from the course have prospects for a wide range of professions related to data processing, analysis and visualization. These include Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Systems Analyst, Database Developers, Data Engineer, or any type of analytical role.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.