Study Big Data MSc at University of the West of Scotland in the UK, Computing, Engineering and Physical Sciences

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Our MSc Big Data course addresses the growing importance of big data in business, and society at large. Our modules will prepare you to make notable contributions in modern day organisations with Big Data technologies. Equipped with necessary knowledge and hand-on experience you will enhance your employability within UK and internationally. Unique and challenging modules are introduced, including Mobile networks and smartphone applications, Data mining and visualisation in addition to Ethics for IT professionals and Object oriented analysis and design that provide the foundation for Big Data.

Which department am I in?

Computing, Engineering and Physical Sciences

Study options

Full Time (1.5 Years)

Tuition fees

£12,600.00 (US$ 16,272) per year

This is a fixed fee

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Paisley Campus

High Street,

Paisley,

Renfrewshire,

PA1 2BE, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

£18,900.00 (US$ 24,408) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Paisley Campus

High Street,

Paisley,

Renfrewshire,

PA1 2BE, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

You should possess an appropriate undergraduate qualification in Computing / Engineering (or relevant disciplines). You may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.