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University of Manchester: Data Science (Social Analytics)
| Institution | University of Manchester |
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| Department | School of Social Sciences |
| Web | https://www.manchester.ac.uk |
| pg-soss@manchester.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | + 44 (0)161 275 1296 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The range of pathways reflects the interdisciplinary nature of the programme and we welcome applications from students with backgrounds in a wide range of disciplines including: - Business and management
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Health science
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Social sciences
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Geography
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Planning
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Computer science
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Mathematics.
We provide training in core data science skills, embedded in a disciplinary context provided by the pathway, and expect students to develop: - Computational skills
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Data analytical skills.
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Data stewardship skills and knowledge
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Project design skills.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | High 2:1 honours degree (or overseas equivalent). You are expected to have a degree with a substantial proportion of social science content; as a minimum you should have completed two degree level units on topics from any of the following: sociology, psychology, anthropology, economics, history, human geography, political science, public health. The following includes other skills/experience that would increase the chances of being selected: - Evidence of applying statistical modelling to social sciences In your application, you should demonstrate aptitude, knowledge and/or interest in three areas: - data analytics and/or statistics; These can be demonstrated by course units taken at undergraduate level and high school level, or professional experience. Please see our application and selection page for more detailed information. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
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