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University of Liverpool: Big Data Analytics Online
| Institution | University of Liverpool |
|---|---|
| Department | Online |
| Web | https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ |
| enquiries@study-online.liverpool.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)151 318 4466 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Further your computer science career with a specialist postgraduate degree in big data analytics.
This online master’s programme has been designed to equip students with expertise in an area of computing that has seen recent and rapid growth, and in which there is expected to be a significant skills shortage.
You will have the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of both the technology that supports big data analytics and the practical application of this technology in the context of business information and real-world problems.
To achieve a full master’s degree, you will be required to complete 180 credits. This programme is also available as a postgraduate diploma (PG Dip) which amounts to 120 credits and a postgraduate certificate (PG Cert) which amounts to 60 credits. Students who complete the PG Cert and PG Dip will have the opportunity to progress to a full master’s degree.
The programme is accredited by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, for the purposes of meeting the further learning academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Sponsorship info
A UK Scholarship of 20% is available for students residing in the United Kingdom, who enrol on the January 2026 intake of our full master’s awards.
International students residing in specific regions outside the UK may be eligible for a Regional Scholarship of up to 20%.
An Executive Scholarship of 15% is available for our January 2026 intake.
A separate application form is not required for a scholarship, as it will be applied once you have received your official offer letter. Please note, scholarships cannot be combined but can be used alongside our Up-front Payment Discount.
MSc
| Level | NFQ Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | All applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you want to discuss your previous qualifications and experience before applying, please contact our admissions team. Applicants should possess either: All applicants must provide evidence that they have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5. If you don’t have an IELTS or equivalent certificate, you can take our free online English test to assess your proficiency. You don’t need to prove your English ability if you are a national of or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of the eligible countries on our website. |
Fees
| 17357 £ for 2025/2026 |
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