MSc Data Science
This hands on Data Science programme from Middlesex University Dubai blends practice with theory to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and experience to pursue a career in Data Science.
Quick Facts
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Duration: |
1 year full time 2 years part time |
Starting in: |
January, September |
Tuition Fees (Total): |
AED 64,600 |
Location: |
Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
It includes significant time working in laboratories under the supervision of expert teaching staff, many of who have worked in the industry and are leading experts in the area. Students will be exposed to cutting-edge contemporary research activity within data science that will equip research-oriented students with the potential to pursue a research-based career, and, in particular, further PhD study.
Focusing on the intertwining areas of machine learning, visual analytics, and data governance, the Data Science programme from Middlesex University Dubai aims to strike a balance between theoretical underpinnings, practical hands-on experience, and acquisition of industrially-relevant languages and packages. Students will investigate theoretical concepts while gaining practical experience, ensuring that they have the core skill base to gain a key understanding that will be readily applicable for a career in data science.
Topics will include applied data analytics, practical big data handling, and cloud distribution, as well as legal, ethical and security aspects of data management. Students will also get an insight into how various business areas (HR, Finance, Marketing and others), are using Data Science to crack business issues.
Courses included
- Modelling, Regression and Machine Learning
- Visual Data Analysis
- Applied Data Analytics: Tools, Practical Big Data Handling, Cloud Distribution
- Legal, Ethical and Security Aspects of Data Management
- Individual Data Science Project (60 Credits) – Compulsory