Course Summary
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.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a minimum of a 4 year bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 8) (or equivalent) with a minimum of a second-class honours, grade 1 (2:1) with a score of 65% or higher with strong numeric content to include three/four math modules with a minimum of 60% 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.
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Closing Date : 30 June 2023
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Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.