Data Science & Engineering MSc

In today’s digital world, data is a powerful tool in organisations of all sizes. It provides key insights into business operations and helps in making informed decisions.

Leading companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft invest heavily in data infrastructure. This allows them to collect, store, process, and analyse vast amounts of data. Many others follow this approach to drive growth. This makes data science and data engineering two of the most vital fields in information technology (IT) today.

Though closely related, these fields have different roles. Data engineering focuses on collecting, storing, cleaning, and processing data. Engineers build systems that transform raw data into useful information for decision-making.

Data science uses AI and statistics to analyse data, uncover trends, and predict future patterns. Data scientists help businesses adapt by providing insights and forecasts.

The Data Science & Engineering MSc at the University of Dundee blends the fields of data science and data engineering. This will equip you with essential skills for today’s data-driven world.

You’ll study important topics such as:

• machine learning
• Big Data analysis
• data warehousing
• business intelligence systems
• programming for data engineering.

You’ll also learn about DevOps and Microservices. These are valuable in any industry that involves software development. You will get to work with realistic data sets from industries. You will learn how to efficiently store, clean up, process and analyse this data.

You will also learn how to make informed decisions about the use of the insight from the data.

Increased employability

The job market for data engineers and data scientists is rapidly growing. Some predictions are projecting up to 40% employment growth for data scientists alone by 2031. The skills that you learn in this course are highly sought after in industries like finance, healthcare, retail, and technology.

This course includes a research project where you’ll work on a real-world problem. Past projects include using AI to diagnose skin cancer and integrating market data to increase sales in the drinks industry.

Passionate teaching

You’ll learn from experts who are leaders in data science and engineering. They bring real industry experience to your learning.

You’ll be supported throughout your studies, with hands-on lessons and projects that solve real-world problems. Your lecturers will guide you every step of the way.

Student community

At Dundee, you’ll join a friendly, supportive community. You’ll study alongside students from different backgrounds who share your interest in data.

Small class sizes mean you get individual attention from your tutors. You’ll also work closely with your peers, building valuable connections and learning from each other. This supportive environment will help you succeed.