Course Summary
This online-delivered Masters Degree course is designed to provide you with all the essential skills of the modern data scientist, including data handling, programming, machine learning, AI methods and advanced statistical analysis.
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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
This programme is intended for applicants with a degree in a numerate subject. An upper second class honours or international equivalent is required. Those without this requirement, but with equivalent experience in industry, will also be considered on a case by-case basis, or can apply for the Professional Certificate in Mathematics for Data Analytics and Statistics which leads directly into the Data Science programme.
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 of the Academic version), or equivalent.
School of Mathematics and Statistics Application Process FAQ
These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes
https://www.ucd.ie/mathstat/study/graduatestudy/graduateapplicationsfaq/
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.
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Application Details
F275 Data Science Master of Science Part-Time Commencing September 2025 Graduate Taught
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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.
Career Progression
ICT companies (e.g., Google, eBay, Meta, Amazon, Paddy Power)
The pharmaceutical industry (e.g., Janssen, MSD, GSK)
The financial services industry (e.g., Bank of Ireland, AXA, EY, Accenture, Deloitte)