Immerse yourself in the emerging interdisciplinary field of engineering, computing and statistics. Combine a project-based approach with flexible learning on our MSc in Applied Data Science. The course tackles four key strands of data science learning: data science, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and robotics.
The University is located within one of the most intense engineering and manufacturing areas in the UK. The advanced manufacturing sector in Lancashire employs around 73,300 people, accounting for 12% of total employment.
Our School of Engineering has links with major employers in aerospace, automotive and civil engineering including BAE Systems and JLR, as well as with sector support and supply chain organisations such as the NW Aerospace Alliance and the Northern Automotive Alliance.
The course team is working closely with the ADMT (Advanced Digital Manufacturing Technology) research centre and the CVML (Computer Vision and Machine Learning) research group.
Thanks to these industrial links, you can experience modern manufacturing facilities including, for example, Kuka robots. And you can work on real-life manufacturing projects.
Course Overview
The ongoing progress in mathematical tools and automated data acquisition, combined with the growth of very large datasets and computational power, has established data science as a mature discipline with a broad spectrum of applications.
This course is designed to develop your knowledge and skills in modern data science practice. Practical and theoretical skills, such as programming, project management and statistics, are developed through a learning approach that combines taught sessions with individual and group projects.
Why study with us
- Choose an optional module based on your own academic interests. Options are available for software engineering, robotics, sensors and instruments,
- Learn from an expert team. Many of the course tutors have research interests and experience in the field of data science and its applications. A number of staff are also research active.
- Participate in a School Expo, presenting your project to an external audience including industry representatives. The Expo involves a three-minute competition for your project.
Module overview
Year 1Compulsory modules
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Internet of Things
- Programming with Data
- Big Data Analytics and Visualization
- Research Methods
- MSc project(Engineering)
- Advanced Robotics and Intelligent System Design
- Visual Information Processing
- Object Oriented Software Development
- Digital Signal and Image Processing B
- Applied Instrumentation
Course delivery
This course is taught face-to-face at one of our UK campuses.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
ACCREDITATIONS
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) - MSc
This MSc is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.
Future careers
As a graduate, you will be equipped with skills in working on modern data science projects in both an individual and a team capacity.
Upon graduation you may apply for a PhD.
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
Learning and assessment
You’ll experience a number of learning and teaching methods including traditional lectures with slides and practical lab demonstrations followed by hands-on exercises.
You will complete pre-reading before class and guided reading afterwards.
Teaching materials for each module will be available on the Blackboard website.
For the three-module, Level 7 project (EL4895), you will have an Academic Advisor. You can meet them regularly and seek individual guidance on your project.
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