MSc in Data Science
University of Skövde
Key Information
Campus location
Norrmalm, Sweden
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
SEK 135,000 / per year
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
02 Sep 2024
Introduction
Data Science is the collective name for various kinds of methods that are used to analyze large quantities of complex data, also known as big data. Data science provides critical support to decision-makers in many professions, allowing them to make decisions based on information specific to their particular circumstances.
About the Programme
Data science is based primarily on the areas of informatics such as programming, data mining, artificial intelligence, and visualization. It is used in many application areas, such as business intelligence, the detection of anomalies in patterns of behaviour, analysis of services in cloud computing, and bioinformatics and genetics.
The Focus of Your Studies
The program focuses on three main areas: intelligent data analysis, programming, and decision support. Example courses are artificial intelligence, data mining, programming, visual analytics, and business intelligence.
The University of Skövde has a strong research profile in informatics. This means that after graduation there are excellent opportunities for you to continue your studies and pursue a doctoral degree. All of the teachers in the program have experience in data science research and the majority are working on ground-breaking projects so that students are exposed to the latest trends in this important and exciting area.
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Career Opportunities
Upon Completion of Your Studies
The career opportunities are almost endless. With a degree in Data Science, you can work, for example, as a data analyst, a software developer, or a technical specialist. There is an extensive and increasing demand, nationally and internationally, for data scientists who master this subject and who understand all the links in the chain of processing, analyzing, and extracting knowledge from big data. Glassdoor has ranked Data Scientist as the no. 1 job in the USA, and 5 of the top 10 US jobs are related to Analytics, Big Data, and Data Science.