Taught course

Big Data

Institution
University of Stirling · Faculty of Natural Sciences
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

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Months of entry

January, September

Course content

The MSc Big Data is an advanced Masters course covering the technology of big data and the science of data analytics.

As a big data scientist, you’ll help companies make sense of large amounts of data, providing rapid insights that enable them to make better, quicker decisions.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    part time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

MSc students complete two taught semesters and a three month project/dissertation. Alternatively, the PgDip may be awarded after two taught semesters, or the PgCert if not all modules are passed. Part-time study is also available, with the taught part of the programme being taken over four semesters.

Course contact details

Name
University of Stirling
Email
postgraduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk