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The University of Edinburgh: Applied Data Science (Online Learning)
| Institution | The University of Edinburgh View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Informatics |
| Web | https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
With advances like generative AI transforming industries, there is an increasing demand for skilled data specialists. Being proficient in data science is growing more important across fields as diverse as the social sciences, humanities, medicine and sciences.
This online MSc is designed to provide you with an introduction to the essential skills needed to begin a career using data. It allows you to take courses from multiple Schools, bringing together different academic communities across the University to create a modern, multidisciplinary degree programme. It combines elements from fields such as statistical analysis, data visualisation and data scraping to help inform strategic decision making, optimise processes and solve complex problems. It will introduce you to the use and management of data in the real world.
We go beyond teaching data science; we lead innovations in the field. Our programme will connect you with a high-profile network of research centres, institutes, and innovation centres across the University, empowering you to explore the cutting-edge of multidisciplinary data science.
This MSc assumes no prior knowledge of programming or mathematics beyond school-level and is designed to be accessible to everyone. You will receive a curated introduction to the relevant skills needed for a data-related career. We place a particular focus on preparing you for practical, impactful applications across the social sciences, business, humanities and medicine.
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
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