Data Science

Master of Science

Course Details

Course Code	LY_IDTSC_M
Level	9
Duration	1/2 years
Credits	90
Method of Delivery	On-campus
Campus Locations	Donegal – Letterkenny
Mode of Delivery	Full Time, Part Time

How to Apply

How to Apply

Course Overview

The Certificate in Computing is an online-preparatory programme which is taken remotely in June and July. It is designed to prepare students to undertake the on-campus MSc when they arrive in ATU Donegal.

The MSc is an on-campus taught program which focuses on topics applicable to Data Science. It includes a dissertation component which will offer the student the opportunity to apply a range of topics covered in the programme to demonstrate an extended knowledge of and ability to work in the area of data science. Students who do not take the dissertation may graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science.

Recommended Study Hours per week

Applicants can expect to allow between 10 and 20 hours for study per week.

Examination and Assessment

The majority of modules are assessed via 100% continuous assessment. Two modules are assessed via 50% coursework and 50% final exam.
Note: Where assessment on the programme involves examinations, these are held on campus or at another exam venue in the Republic of Ireland. There are typically two exam periods: January and May. Times scheduled for examinations (face to face / online exams ) are in GMT.

On-Campus Attendance Requirement

Full-time attendance required.
Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.

Progression

Level 10 studies (Doctoral) at ATU or other institutions and universities at home and abroad.

Download a prospectus

Postgraduate Prospectus Online, Flexible & Professional Development Prospectus

Entry Requirements

The course will be available to applicants who meet one of the following criteria:

An Honours Degree with first or second-class honours or an equivalent qualification
Candidates who do not have an Honours degree but have significant relevant experience may also be eligible for consideration via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent for non-EU students.

Fees

Total Fees EU: €6300

Total Fees Non-EU: €14000

Further information on fees

Careers

Graduate careers typically include roles such as Business Intelligence Analyst, Data Analyst, Data Analytics Consultant, Data Engineer, Data Project Manager, Data Scientist, Logistics Specialist, Marketing Analyst, and Operations Analyst.

The main employers are companies in business and computing, construction, finance, healthcare providers, logistics, retail, and supply chain management.