Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Study Details: 1-2 years, full-time
The interdisciplinary MSc in Data Science (Geospatial) trains students in Data Science with an emphasis on using the unique characteristics of spatial data (location, distance and spatial interactions) to understand where, when and why things happen. Using a wide range of data types and sources, you will learn how to leverage geospatial data using specialised methods and software (including, but not limited to: R, Python, ArcGIS and machine learning) to better understand the place-based contexts of social, economic and environmental phenomena.
The uptake, use, and commercialisation of geospatial data increasingly requires expertise in Data Science so you will be trained in a broad range of data science techniques. These skills are not limited to a career focused on geospatial data. They address the shortage of qualified data scientists in the UK and abroad; on graduation will be in a strong position for a career in a range of data science sectors.
You should have at least a second-class honours degree in any subject.
Students with nonstandard qualifications are encouraged to apply.
We also give due consideration to prior professional experience gained by mature students in relevant areas of work.
The programme will furnish you with the technical and ‘soft’ transferable skills that will allow you to pursue your career aspirations. In addition to becoming a technically proficient Geographical Data Scientist, you will be better-able to: learn new things and to adapt to new situations; assess situations, ideas, and arrive at decisions; develop innovative ideas and solutions to problems; deal with people and express yourself clearly and effectively; understand what others are saying and discuss options and courses of action.
Fundamentals of GIS
Overview of Data Science Practice
Statistics for Data Science
Fundamentals of Data Science
Geospatial Artificial Intelligence
Modelling Data
Information Visualisation
Creative Problem Solving
Dissertation
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