MSc Data Science with Applied Research

The MSc Data Science program aims to prepare students for a successful career in the rapidly developing field of data science, focusing on skills in data acquisition, information extraction, aggregation, representation, and data analysis using advanced machine learning techniques. These skills are in high demand in various industries such as IT, business, security, health, intelligent transport, energy, and creative. The program aims to address the challenges faced by companies by providing a solid foundation in data analytics and information processing, while also fostering a broad appreciation of other disciplines where data science can form synergistic relationships. The program includes an applied research project over two semesters, allowing students to independently plan and organize research in a selected application area.

(a) have gained

(i) a second class honours degree or better, in the subject areas of computing, engineering or related discipline, from a university of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or from a recognised national awarding body, or from an institution of another country which has been recognised as being of an equivalent standard; or

(ii) an equivalent standard (normally 50%) in a Graduate Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma or an approved alternative qualification; and the qualification must be in the subject areas of computing, engineering or related discipline

and

(b) provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English (GCSE grade C or equivalent).

In exceptional circumstances, as an alternative to (a) (i) or (a) (ii) and/or (b), where an individual has substantial and significant experiential learning, a portfolio of written evidence demonstrating the meeting of graduate qualities (including subject-specific outcomes, as determined by the Course Committee) may be considered as an alternative entrance route. Evidence used to demonstrate graduate qualities may not be used for exemption against modules within the programme.

The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.

The MSc Data Science program at Ulster University aims to enhance work-related learning and employability by incorporating real industrial and commercial contexts into students' experiences. The program will use business and industry links to facilitate industrially relevant student projects, fostering valuable experiences and fostering collaborations with departments and companies. These projects can also tap into funding streams for industry-academic research and development. Data analysts are in high demand across various sectors, including finance, consulting, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, government, and education. They can work in large companies like the 'big four' consultancies, consumer retail firms, small and medium-sized businesses like marketing agencies, and the public sector.