Program Overview

• Prepare for the information challenges of the future by becoming proficient in the latest modelling and analysis tools
• Learn how to use specialist data analysis software and a wide range of databases from research-active academics who work creatively at the forefront of this exciting field
• Develop a range of skills in business analytics, computing and data management with access to dedicated computer science and cyber security laboratories in a state-of-the-art new development
• Join a programme that emphasises a professional approach to the computational analysis of data
• Be inspired by a multidisciplinary perspective on Data Science giving you an excellent basis for a future career in a field where global demand for expertise outstrips supply

Data has become one of the most vital resources of this century. It is used to power much of the transformative technology we see today, from artificial intelligence and automation to advanced predictive analytics.

Data Science is an interdisciplinary field combining methods, processes, algorithms and systems to extract knowledge or insights from data. Data scientists are concerned with transforming this information – harvested from our online activity or from scientific research and finance – into intelligence through the application of innovative techniques in computer science and statistics.

You will have access to a wide range of databases for research purposes as well as specialist data analysis software to develop your project skills.

The aim of your first year is to build a strong foundation in computer science and information systems. You are introduced to academic study and the different core areas required of data scientists including quantitative data analysis, cyber security and database design.

In Year 2, you explore data analytics in more depth and gain experience of different software tools and environments. You pursue topics in information management, predictive modelling and visualisation and there is the opportunity to build team-working skills as part of a group project.

In Year 3, you undertake specialist topics including strategic analytics, advanced artificial intelligence, forecasting and simulation. You also undertake a substantial Data Science project to showcase the skills you have developed.