Program Overview

Explore the comprehensive MSc in Data Analytics program at the University of Portsmouth. Gain proficiency in industry-leading software and tools like Knime, Tableau, Hadoop, and Spark. Benefit from remote access to cutting-edge computer clusters and supercomputers. Analyze real-world data to address practical challenges and acquire expertise in applied data analytics, advanced data management, big data applications, and business intelligence. Assessments are conducted through online coursework, including practical exercises, written assignments, presentations, and a Master’s Engineering or Study Project, with valuable tutor feedback provided for continuous improvement.

Online

University of Portsmouth

January, May and September

24 months

• A first or second class honours degree in a relevant subject, or international equivalent, or relevant employment experience

• English language proficiency at IELTS level 6.0 with no component score below 6.0, if English is not your first language

Requirement

Tuition Fee

£9,400

Course Type

Master's degree

Modules

1) Applied Intelligent Data and Text Analytics (30 credits)

On this module, you’ll develop applied knowledge of data mining and text analytics methods in different situations. You’ll gain experience of text mining and data tools, and learn how to visualise and interpret your results to solve real-world problems.

2) Big Data Applications (30 credits)

This module explores what big data analytics is and unpacks its challenges. You'll connect remotely to a cluster of Portsmouth computers as you learn to navigate new computational architectures developed to deal with big data and the increasing demand for its processing. You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the main scale-out and big data system architectures and platforms, as well as big data methods and algorithms to help you prepare for and adapt to big data’s volatile nature.

3) Business Intelligence (30 credits)

Various software applications are used to analyse and discover new insights into an organisation’s raw data. In this module, you’ll learn how to effectively use software - particularly Tableau - to visualise business data and translate it for strategy support. You’ll also be introduced to various types of financial data, reports and decision-making processes, and will learn about data warehouse concepts and their use.

4) Data Analytics and Management (30 credits)

This module covers the fundamentals of data analytics, including the core concepts, statistical methods, techniques and surrounding ethics and professional codes that underpin the field. You’ll learn about emerging trends in data analytics and management, and gain practical experience by learning how to design and implement a database for businesses based on a given set of requirements.

5) Master's Engineering or Study Project (60 credits)

All your studies on this MSc will culminate into a final project that demonstrates the knowledge you’ve gained over the last two years. You can do an Engineering Project where you’ll focus on implementing something, such as a web app or machine learning model. Or you can do a Study Project that involves using big data in a sector of your choice. You’ll then plan, manage, evaluate and reflect upon a proposed solution based on your application of data research, collection and analysis.

Innovative world-class study experience

Embark on the University of Portsmouth's MSc in Data Analytics, an immersive online program designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the data-driven industry. With a focus on practical application and real-world data analysis, this program prepares you to tackle complex challenges and craft innovative solutions. Join us to unleash your potential as a data analyst and propel your career to new heights in today's competitive job market.

Who is the course aimed at?

Tailored for aspiring professionals seeking to master the skills needed to excel in the data-driven industry, the University of Portsmouth's MSc in Data Analytics is ideal for individuals looking to develop rounded problem-solving abilities and gain practical experience with real-world data sets.

Why the University of Portsmouth?

• 5 QS stars for excellence teaching

• Ranked 3rd in the UK for research power

• Awarded Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Gold Award

• Top 25 for student satisfaction