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Durham University

Durham

United Kingdom

Program Rank

309

Overview

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Course details

Are you keen to find out more about the field of data science and learn the latest techniques used in the sector? The Durham MDS provides training in contemporary data science in a supportive environment, learning from practicing researchers who are making a difference across a range of industries.

From security cameras and satellite transmission to our mobile devices, homes, cars, and in the workplace, we are surrounded by data. At the same time, developments in technology have made the field of data science more accessible than ever, creating new opportunities to gain insight into the interactions between people and their environment. This has led to a significant increase in demand for skilled data scientists, and this demand is predicted to further grow.

Drawing on this, we have created the Master of Data Science, a conversion course that opens up a future in data science even if your first degree is in a non-quantitative subject (including the social sciences, the arts and humanities). The course equips you with the skills to access, clean, analyse, and visualise complex data, and to apply this knowledge to practical situations.

The course begins with a range of introductory modules before progressing to more advanced contemporary techniques such as neural networks and deep learning to expand your knowledge and understanding. We offer an extensive range of optional modules which allows you to focus on an area of interest.

The MDS culminates in the research project, an in-depth investigation into an area of specific interest in which you apply the skills learned during the course to a research problem in an area of your choice.

The course is part of a suite of courses which share some common modules, you can choose the general route or take one of the specialist pathways in:

Bioinformatics and Biological Modelling
Digital Humanities
Earth and Environment
Health
Social Analytics

Course Structure

The Data Science Research Project is a substantial piece of research into an unfamiliar area of data science, or in your subject specialisation area with a focus on data science. The project can be practical, theoretical or both, and is designed to develop your research, analysis and report-writing skills.

Critical Perspectives in Data Science develops your understanding of the production, analysis and use of quantified data, and how to analyse these practices anthropologically. You will learn to think ethically and contextually about quantified data, and how to apply this knowledge to practical problems in data science, including your own research project.

Programming for Data Science uses the popular Python software packages used in a wide range of industry settings. You will learn how to gather, manipulate and process real-world data and learn the key concepts of data analysis and data visualisation.

Ethics and Bias in Data Analytics introduces contemporary debates on ethical issues and bias resulting from the application of data analytics, statistical modelling and artificial intelligence in society. You will learn about contemporary philosophical research on these issues and how to apply this research in practice. The module includes an essay about an ethical topic, completed under the guidance of a tutor.

Machine Learning introduces the essential knowledge and skills required in machine learning for data science. You will develop an understanding of the theory, computation and application of topics such as modern regression methods, decision-based machine-learning techniques, support vector machines, neural networks and deep learning.

Strategic Leadership develops the skills you will need to understand organisations, their structure and culture. You will explore the leadership skills required to manage organisations and build an understanding of the emergent issues and challenges faced in fostering ethical leadership practices.

The remainder of the course will be made up of core and option modules which will vary depending on prior qualifications and experience. These have previously included:

Introduction to Mathematics for Data Science
Introduction to Computing for Data Science
Data Science Applications in Archaeology and Heritage
Text Mining and Language Analytics
Bioinformatics
Multilevel Modelling
Data Exploration, Visualisation and Unsupervised Learning
Health Informatics and Clinical Intelligence
Qualitative Approaches to Digital Humanities
Computer Music

Total Tuition Fees

$31,500

Duration

12 Months

Median Salary

$30,000

Ranking

#238

US World and News Report

#162

The World University Rankings

#89

QS World University Rankings

Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Class Profile

Class Size

Average Age

Average Work Experience

1 Years

Language Test Scores

Minimum Score

7 / 9

Minimum Score

102 / 120

Diversity

Others:

10%

Overseas:

10%

North East England:

45%

London:

15%

South East England:

20%

Admissions

Application Deadlines

Fall

Round	Deadline	Decision
Standard Deadline	Aug 31	NA

Application Requirements

What Really Matters When Applying

Passport
Required
Statement of Purpose
Required
IELTS
Required
Resume
Required
Transcript
Required
Provisional Certificate
Required
Degree Certificate
Required
General LOR
Required
General LOR
Required
Semester wise Marksheet
Required

Career Outcomes

Recruiters

National Audit office

FNZ

Median Earnings After Graduation

$30,000 / year

Graduation Rate

90%

Prospective Job Roles

Data Engineer

Database Administrator

Quantitative Analyst

Data Science

Business Analyst

Data Architect

Data analyst

Machine Learning Engineer

Business Intelligence Developer

Top recruiters

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$31,500 / year

Overall Cost

$40,080 / year

Funding Options

Department Funding

External Sources - Scholarships

Scholarships

https://www.durham.ac.uk/study/scholarships/

https://www.durham.ac.uk/study/scholarships/international/

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International Scholarships

We are committed to supporting the best students irrespective of financial circumstances. The following scholarships and bursaries are either funded by the University, through partnerships with external organisations or through generous donations from alumni and friends of the University.

The scholarships, awards and bursaries below are dedicated to supporting students from countries around the world. Other options for funding your studies may also be available.

Key:

Postgraduate Taught Programmes (PGT)

Postgraduate Research Programmes (PGR)

Undergraduate (UG)

Please ensure that you submit an academic application to Durham University by the deadline date of the scholarship you are applying for.

Durham University Scholarships 2024-25

Support

What is it?

Who's it for?

How much?

ANID (PGT + PGR)

ANID, formally CONICYT is the Chilean government student funding organisation. Chilean Students 25% tuition fee discount Open Date:

See Website Close Date: See Website British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM (PGT)

Women in STEM scholarships offer women researchers from eligible countries the chance to continue their studies in STEM with a one-year, fully funded scholarship to complete a master's degree at a UK university. Specific eligibility criteriaFull payment of tuition feesOpen Date:

January 2024Close Date: Midnight (GMT) on 16 April 2024 (academic application) & 30 April 2024 (scholarship application)Chevening Scholarships (PGT)Chevening Scholarships are the UK government's global scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations. International students who are citizens of a Chevening-eligible country, and intend to return there for a minimum of 2 years after their Chevening Award has finished.Various, up to £18,000.Open Date: 12th September 2023Close Date: 7th November 2023 Chinese Scholarship Council (PGR)An award in partnership with the Chinese Scholarships Council. Applicants who are citizens and permanent residents of mainland China wishing to study for a PhD.Various; includes payment of full tuition fees and other living allowances, including health cover, airfare and visa application fees.Open Date: Close Date: 15 January 2024Colfuturo (PGT PGR)A Colombian non-profit foundation that was established with the support of the Colombian government.Colombian students.20% tuition fee discount for PGT/PGR (apart from MBA) and one 100% tuition fee discount for a Taught Masters programme (apart from MBA).Open Date: 9 January 2024Close Date: 29 February 2024Commonwealth Masters Scholarships (PGT)An award funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).Students from low and middle-income Commonwealth countries.Various; includes payment of full tuition fees and other living allowances.Open Date:OpenClose Date:17th October 2023 16:00 GMTCommonwealth Shared Scholarships (PGT)An award for MSc Civil Engineering, MSc Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding, MSc Defence Development and Diplomacy, MSc Mathematical Sciences, MSc and MA Climate, Risk and Society, MSc Environmental and Natural Resource Economics, and MSc Sustainability, Energy and Development.Students who are a citizen of or be granted refugee status by an eligible Commonwealth country, or be a British Protected Person.

Various; includes payment of full tuition fees and other living allowances.Open Date:16 November 2023Close Date: 16:00 (GMT) on 14 December 2023Commonwealth PhD Scholarships(PGR)These scholarships are funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO, for taught Masters, PhD programmes and professional development.Students from developing Commonwealth countries.Various allowances.Open Date:OpenClose Date:17th October 2023 16:00 GMTCommonwealth Split-Site Doctoral ScholarshipsFunded by the UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). For PhD students studying at eligible universities across the Commonwealth to conduct research at an institute in the UK for 12 months.Students who are registered for a PhD at a university in an eligible Commonwealth country.

Various; includes payment of full tuition fees and other living allowances.Open Date:See websiteClose Date:See websiteCONAHCyT (PGT)The National Council of Science and Technology (Conacyt) is the Mexican government institution responsible for establishing public policies on the humanities, science, technology, and innovation.Students from Mexico.Durham University accepts the maximum tuition fee provided by CONAHCyT (MXN 200,000, approx. £9,400), without the need for students to make any contribution from their own funds.

Open Date:See websiteClose Date:See websiteDurham Palestine Educational Trust (PGT)An independent UK charity that assists the social and economic development of Palestine, by providing scholarships for Palestinian graduates.Students from Palestinian Occupied Territories. Specific eligibility criteria.Up to £13,000 per student.Open Date: Close Date: Fulbright - Durham Scholarship (PGT)The US-UK Fulbright Commission focuses on opportunities and exchanges between the USA and the UK, as part of a global programme.Students who are US citizens, resident anywhere except the United Kingdom before commencing study.Full tuition fee scholarship, and up to $15,609 living costs, plus travel.Open Date:30 March 2023Close Date:10 October 2023FUNED (PGT)

FUNED is a non-profit organization that provides reimbursable educational and financial support to Mexican students to pursue master's degrees of excellence abroad.Mexican Students10% discount on tuition fee for the duration of the programmeOpen Date:See websiteClose Date:See website International Scholarships (PGT and UG)

Scholarships are available for most programmes, except business school and some named exclusions, see scholarship for details.For students from Bangladesh, India, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan and Vietnam.A £5,000 per year tuition fee discount.Open Date:N/AClose Date:N/AMarshall Scholarship (PGT)Marshall Scholarships finance young Americans of high ability, to study for a degree in the United Kingdom. Scholars are selected for any field of study.Students from the USA.Various, see Marshall Scholarships for details.Open Date:2024 Entry OpenClose Date:26 September 2023 Ruth First ScholarshipThe Ruth First Educational Trust enables southern African students from historically disadvantaged backgrounds to undertake postgraduate study.Students from Southern Africa: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Republic of South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe.Full tuition fees, stipend for living expenses in monthly payments, one return travel, accommodation at St Chad's College and a contribution to visa costs.Open Date:2023 Entry ClosedClose Date:2023 Entry ClosedRise Scholarships (UG)Rise is an initiative of Schmidt Futures and the Rhodes Trust that finds promising young people and provides them with opportunities that allow them to work together to serve others over their lifetimes.Rise winners from around the globe. Full payment of tuition fees, plus winners can also receive funding for a living stipend, accommodation, visa and immigration costs and health surcharges. See Rise website for more information.

Open Date:2023 Entry OpenClose Date:See website Said Foundation Scholarship (PGT)The Said Foundation offers scholarships to individuals who can demonstrate the potential to become leaders and innovators of change.Students from Syria, Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan.Full tuition fees, full living expenses, one return travel and other allowances including thesis, visa fees and IHS fees.Open Date:1 September 2023Close Date:31 October 2023

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