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Data Science and Communication at University of Liverpool - UCAS

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Course summary

The MSc in Data Science and Communication is designed for students who have an interest in the way data and data processing are shaping our communication practices as society becomes increasingly digitised. Whether you want to investigate how Big Data impact our daily decision-making practices or learn how to create innovative communication chatbots, this MSc will provide you with the necessary means to successfully navigate the Networked Society. The programme offers state-of-the-art empirical, technical and theoretical training. You will have the opportunity to learn cutting edge computational techniques to study social behaviours at scale, alongside a deep grounding in the principles of communication studies and the social sciences. Substantial training will also be devoted to quantitative methods aimed at harnessing big data, especially when it comes to social and news media. You will learn the underpinnings of emerging communication technologies ranging from computer mediated communications to human computer interaction. The skills developed by you as computational communication scientists are in high demand both in the private and in the third sector. As a graduate you will be qualified to work as a data analyst, data manager, or computational linguist across a variety of sectors, ranging from news media agencies and AI industries, to policy making institutions. This MSc will also provide you with advanced skills to successfully apply for a PhD programme to pursue a career in academic research.

Modules

Compulsory: COMM716 Dissertation COMM741 Introduction to Data Science A COMM766 Artificial Intelligence & Communication A COMM742 Introduction to Computational Social Science Methods Optional: COMP518 Database and Information systems COMM752 Big data and society B: foundations, politics, and policy COMM763 Media and Politics: Economy and Society B COMM746 Screen Industries B COMM757 Understanding Media Change B COMM748 Global Journalism and Politics COMM754 Big data and society D: algorithms and platforms COMM765 Media and Politics: Theories and Cases B COMM520 Argumentation in Media and Strategic Communication COMM744 Screen Cultures B COMM739 Digital Media Audiences COMM521 Branding Strategies and Communication COMM522 Strategic Communication in Practice: Professional Perspectives COMM517 Strategic Communication COMM761 Visual Cultures: Institutions, Exhibitions, Interventions COMM759 Media Practices and Everyday Life B COMM750 Redefining television COMM740 Data Visualisation.


How to apply

International applicants

Applications from international students are encouraged and international qualifications will be evaluated in line with the National Recognition Information Centre (NARIC) guidelines.

Entry requirements

A good second class (2.1 level) or a first-class degree in Communication Studies or other Social Sciences or Humanities, or a technical background in Computer Science, IT or an equivalent discipline.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this 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

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Data Science and Communication at University of Liverpool - UCAS