Big data is increasingly important in todayÕs commercial landscape. As a data scientist specialising in big data, youÕll help companies make sense of large amounts of structured and unstructured data, providing rapid insights that enable them to make better, quicker decisions.

The programme taught at is a taught advanced Masters degree covering the technology of Big Data and the science of data analytics. YouÕll gain practical skills in big data technology, advanced analytics and industrial and scientific applications.

The course will teach you how to collect, manage and analyse big, fast moving data for science or commerce. YouÕll learn skills in cutting-edge technology such as Python, R, Hadoop, NoSQL and Machine Learning. At the same time, youÕll delve into important maths and computing theory, and learn the advanced computational techniques you need to develop your career in data science.

Our MSc has been developed in partnership with global and local companies who employ data scientists. HSBC have a development centre in Stirling and have provided some very interesting Big Data projects to our students. AmazonÕs development centre in Scotland is close by in Edinburgh.

The University of Stirling is a member ofÊThe Data Lab, an Innovation Centre that aims to develop the data science talent and skills required by industry in Scotland. It also supports our students with funding, networking and routes into employment.

As a graduate in Big Data youÕll be able to work in a wide range of sectors such as digital technologies, energy and utilities, financial services, public sector and healthcare.

Careers

Big data skills are in high demand. You will have opportunities with data-driven companies from a wide variety of sectors and command a salary thatÕs typically higher than the IT average. As a graduate in Big Data youÕll be able to work in a wide range of sectors, such as digital technologies, energy and utilities, financial services, public sector and healthcare.

Our Masters in Big Data has been developed in partnership with companies that employ data scientists and includes the possibility of an internship that will enable you to make industry connections that could benefit your future career.