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MSC DATA SCIENCE AND ANALYTICS
This 12-month conversion course is designed to give you the knowledge and skills to collect, process analyse and visualise data in order to extract useful information, explore patterns and evaluate models.
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- Qualification
- Master Of Science Degree
- CAO/MU Apply code
- MHR64
- Award Type and NFQ level
- TAUGHT MASTERS (9)
- Study Mode
- Full time
- Closing Date
- 27 August 2027
Overview
The MSc in Data Science and Analytics is a 12-month conversion course (new in 2017) designed to give students the knowledge and skills to collect, process analyse and visualise data in order to extract useful information, explore patterns and evaluate models. The course is a collaboration between the Departments of Mathematics & Statistics, Computer Science and the National Centre for Geocomputation.
Commences
September
Course structure
Duration: 1 year full-time
Students will gain skills in programming, statistics and databases, followed by an advanced module on statistical machine learning. The course includes material on the social and ethical consequences of the use of data and the implications for business and government. Applications from many industry sectors will be explored in our Case Studies module. In the Project module, students will put these technical skills in to practice. They will also gain experience in report writing, presentations and teamwork. Students also do a 30-credit thesis.
Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.
Important: The information on this page is for prospective students, MU current students and staff should use Programme Directory.
Careers after your Masters
The Data Analytics jobs market is expanding in Ireland. Jobs are available in any industry or sector that collects data, ranging from IT, to healthcare, finance, food science and travel.
Entry Requirements
Minimum honours 2H1 with an overall score of 65% or higher in an honours bachelor's (NFQ Level 8) degree of 4-year duration or equivalent. Applicants will be expected to have completed strong numeric content to include three/four math modules with a minimum of 60% or higher in each module in the following subjects: Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra (& Matrices), Fourier Transforms, Probability, Integral Calculus, Differential Calculus, Graph Theory (& Combinatorics), Discrete Mathematics, Mathematics for Engineers, Mathematics, Algebra, Geometry (& Calculus), Numerical Methods and (Partial) Differential Equations.
Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study. For information about English language tests accepted and required scores, please see here.
How to apply
Applications must be made via the MU Apply portal. Please click here to start your application.
When making your application, please ensure you prepare any documents listed below. You may be required to submit documents in two stages. You will be required to upload and submit the following documents with your application:
- Full academic transcripts for all semesters/ years completed to date
- Graduation Certificate if you have graduated
- A copy of your passport
- Up to date CV
If English is not your first language, you may be required to upload evidence of English language proficiency. For information please click here.