Course Overview

The MSc Big Data at the University of Stirling is a taught advanced Master's degree covering coding skills, the technology of Big Data, and the science of data analytics. The syllabus includes: Mathematics and Statistics for Big Data Python scripting Business and scientific applications of Big Data Big databases and NoSQL including MongoDB, Cassandra, and Neo4J Analytics, machine learning, and data visualization using Python, Orange and ScikitLearn Cluster computing with Hadoop, Spark, Hive, and MapReduce Student projects including possible internships with companies or technology providers This is a 100% online course that gives you the opportunity to study in a way that suits your personal and professional needs. A combination of video lectures, live sessions, and online materials are used to teach this course enabling you to access them whenever is the right time for you.

General Eligibility

A minimum of a second class Honours degree or equivalent in a numerate subject such as maths, computing, engineering or an analytic science. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate work experience are encouraged to apply.

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

• IELTS Indicator 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-skill_x000D_ IBT TOEFL 80 overall with 18 in reading, 23 in writing, 19 in listening, and 21 in speaking