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Institution

University of Stirling

Currency

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Program Level

MSc

Program

Mathematics and Data Science

Summary

The field of data science is seeing rapid growth, with vast amounts of data now being generated by major companies and service providers.

Yet, there is a recognised shortage of qualified analysts, both in the UK and globally, to make the most of this data and to meet the demands of industry. In particular, the demand is for graduates who can both manage the data (the computing skills), and analyse the data to extract patterns, build models and make predictions (the mathematics skills). It is only with these analytical skills can the full value of data be extracted.

Launched in 2018, our Masters is one of the first courses to link these two key areas, making it uniquely positioned to help you meet this demand. The course focuses on the application rather than pure theory of mathematics and is assessed primarily through coursework, specifically developing those skills which are in high demand by the data industry.

The course will provide you with a strong foundation in mathematical modelling and the analysis of data-driven systems and help you develop your computing skills, from programming Python and R, to advanced techniques including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, to applying the techniques you learn on a large scale. You will learn the techniques used to approach data and build models using computational analysis and understand the mathematics underpinning these techniques.

Our graduates have gone on to work in financial institutions, major energy firms, sport and fitness, start-ups, software providers, NHS and pharmaceutical organisations, environmental agencies, and the Scottish Government. Many have undertaken PhDs in the UK and across the world. 

Stirling is associated with The Data Lab, an Innovation Centre that aims to develop the data science talent and skills required by industry in Scotland. The Data Lab:

• supports our students with funding, networking and routes into employment;
• facilitates industry involvement and collaboration;
• provides funding and resources for students

Tuition Fees

22900.00 €

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Application Fee

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CertificateName

MSc Mathematics and Data Science

Intake

September

Program Length

1 years

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