MSc Statistical Data Science 12 months Postgraduate Program By University College Dublin |Top Universities
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Program Duration

12 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

22,530 EURTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Statistics and Operational ResearchMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Statistics and Operational Research

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The goal of the UCD MSc Statistical Data Science is to train the new generation of data scientists, by empowering them with a broad range of foundational and applied skills in statistics and machine learning.
This programme is aimed at students who have an undergraduate degree in statistics or in a related numerate degree, such as economics, finance, mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, among others.
The MSc Statistical Data Science is ideal for students interested in data science careers in industry, business, government, or to those interested in pursuing a subsequent PhD in statistics or related areas.
In this programme, you will learn how to design, use and interpret a variety of statistical modelling tools, combining the fundamental theory of statistics with modern computational techniques. The programme is underpinned by several thematic areas:
- Data Science: in several of our modules, you will tackle on modern real-world problems, using a variety of advanced techniques that are common in statistics and machine learning. Modules examples: Statistical Machine Learning, Data Mining, Advanced Predictive Analytics.
- Computing: you will learn how to design and implement efficient algorithms, through various data science programming languages and software that are commonly used in industry and research. Modules examples: Data Programming, Optimisation, Machine Learning with Python.
- Fundamental theory: you will cover the fundamental aspects of mathematical statistics and learn how this is used in data science to develop new methods and concepts. Modules examples: Mathematical Statistics, Multivariate Analysis, Stochastic Models.
- Communication: you will learn how to study and interpret statistical analyses, and also how to effectively communicate your conclusions. Modules examples: Technical Communication, Applied Statistical Modelling, Dissertation.
You will have the flexibility to choose your modules from a wide range of statistics topics. In addition, you will take a final dissertation module which provides you with the chance to work extensively and individually on a statistical problem, with potential industry applications or research novelty.

Program overview

Main Subject

Statistics and Operational Research

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The goal of the UCD MSc Statistical Data Science is to train the new generation of data scientists, by empowering them with a broad range of foundational and applied skills in statistics and machine learning.
This programme is aimed at students who have an undergraduate degree in statistics or in a related numerate degree, such as economics, finance, mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, among others.
The MSc Statistical Data Science is ideal for students interested in data science careers in industry, business, government, or to those interested in pursuing a subsequent PhD in statistics or related areas.
In this programme, you will learn how to design, use and interpret a variety of statistical modelling tools, combining the fundamental theory of statistics with modern computational techniques. The programme is underpinned by several thematic areas:
- Data Science: in several of our modules, you will tackle on modern real-world problems, using a variety of advanced techniques that are common in statistics and machine learning. Modules examples: Statistical Machine Learning, Data Mining, Advanced Predictive Analytics.
- Computing: you will learn how to design and implement efficient algorithms, through various data science programming languages and software that are commonly used in industry and research. Modules examples: Data Programming, Optimisation, Machine Learning with Python.
- Fundamental theory: you will cover the fundamental aspects of mathematical statistics and learn how this is used in data science to develop new methods and concepts. Modules examples: Mathematical Statistics, Multivariate Analysis, Stochastic Models.
- Communication: you will learn how to study and interpret statistical analyses, and also how to effectively communicate your conclusions. Modules examples: Technical Communication, Applied Statistical Modelling, Dissertation.
You will have the flexibility to choose your modules from a wide range of statistics topics. In addition, you will take a final dissertation module which provides you with the chance to work extensively and individually on a statistical problem, with potential industry applications or research novelty.

Admission Requirements

176+
6.5+
90+
This programme is intended for applicants who hold a degree in Statistics or a cognate subject area. An upper second class honours, or international equivalent is required.
Those who have been awarded an upper second class honours or higher in the Higher Diploma in Statistics are eligible for the programme.
Alternatively students may qualify for enrolment for the four semester MA in Statistics which brings them to the same level as the MSc in Statistical Data Science.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.

1 Year
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,300 EUR
International
22,530 EUR

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