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Data Science and Advanced Computing at University of Reading - UCAS

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Course summary

Join the next generation of data scientists and meet the challenges of the Information Age with our MSc Data Science and Advanced Computing course. On this course, you’ll work with experts from the Department of Computer Science to develop in-depth knowledge of:

  • data analysis and data-driven knowledge discovery
  • cloud computing
  • machine learning and artificial intelligence.
Aimed at aspiring data scientists – the sought-after, high-ranking professionals of big data – this course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT. The degree has been designed for graduates of computer science and its related disciplines, as well as IT professionals and data analysts. For more information, please visit our programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/computer-science-pg/msc-data-science-and-advanced-computing

Modules

Sample modules may include:

  • Applied Data Science with Python
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
  • Big Data and Cloud Computing
  • Data Science Algorithms and Tools
  • Mathematics and Statistics for Data Science.
These are the modules that we currently offer for 2024/2025 entry. They may be subject to change as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods. Please note that the University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Please check our website for more details about the course structure.

Entry requirements

Normally at least a high 2:2 undergraduate honours degree in computing or a related discipline. These include (but are not limited to) mathematics, engineering, physics, chemistry, economics, or relevant work experience. You must have some experience of programming. IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent).

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £12800 Whole course
EU £30950 Whole course
England £12800 Whole course
Northern Ireland £12800 Whole course
Scotland £12800 Whole course
Wales £12800 Whole course
Channel Islands £12800 Whole course
International £30950 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Data Science and Advanced Computing at University of Reading - UCAS