Overview

• Subject:
  Computing Digital & AI
• Subject-category:
  Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Duration:
  12 months
• Course Level:
  Postgraduate
• Tution Fees:
  £9195
• Intakes:
  Sep/Aug,

University Details

Founded in 1975, Dublin Business School specialises in the provision of career-focused education. The school has evolved over the years, expanding their offerings to meet the demand of various sectors. The extensive suite of programs include: business, finance, law, computing, media, arts, psychology and social science. 

DBS works closely with industry and professional bodies to ensure quality and relevance of material, and employability of graduates, to drive meaningful and impactful careers. 

Why Dublin Business School?

• Location: Dublin Business School is truly in the heart of Dublin city, a mere two minute walk from St. Stephens Green, the Laus and all main bus routes. The educational sites in the prime city centre locations of Aungier street and George's street are within a few minutes walking distance of each other and provide students with access to all of the infrastructure capabilities of a vibrant modern capital city.
• Internationally Recognised Education Experience: Over the last 47 years, Dublin Business School has established a considerable international reputation for the quality of programmes. This recognition has been achieved both at government level and on an individual student basis. Dublin Business School has created a unique learning environment with students from over 70 countries participating in its programmes.
• Commitment to World Class Teaching: As an institution, Dublin Business School focuses their main research activity on the constant improvement of the learning experience of their students. Also, all of their programmes have been designed and developed in collaboration with industry and the professional bodies so that on graduation in addition to their academic qualifications, students will have the skills and knowledge for a successful career.
• Student Centred Approach: At Dublin Business School, they take a holistic view of college life. Academia should be integrated with a stimulating social scene. The work/study balance is something that Dublin Business School regards as being important. Accordingly they organise, through their dedicated student services department, a range of social, sports and developmental activities for students.

English Requirement

Proof of English (i.e. IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent)

General Requirement

The minimum entry requirements for the MSc in Data Analytics are:

A Level 8 honours bachelor's degree with a minimum second-class second-division (2.2) award or above in a cognate area. Cognate subjects include computer science, data science, technology, networking, information systems, engineering, general science, mathematics, statistics, data analytics or related discipline.

A Level 8 Higher Diploma within a minimum 2.2 or above in a cognate area. Cognate subjects include computer science, data science, technology, networking, information systems, engineering, general science, mathematics, statistics, data analytics or related discipline.

A Level 8 honours bachelor's degree with a minimum 2.2 or above in a non-cognate area plus 3-5 years' professional experience in a related field. Learners can also access this programme through RPL. Such applicants will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Due to the mathematical nature of the content, candidates will be required to show sufficient competency in mathematics, based on prior learning or professional experience. This can be further defined as a module of mathematics/mathematics and statistics equivalent to a minimum of 10 ECTS in their primary degree. This knowledge/qualification should be acquired within the last ten years from the date of qualification.

In addition, for applicants whose first language is not English and who have not undertaken their undergraduate degree through English the following is required:

The minimum requirement for a non-native English speaker is greater or equal to B2+ in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages for Admission. Non-EU applicants, residents outside Ireland/EU, must apply directly to the International Admissions Office at DBS.

Course Specification

• Programming for Data Analysis
• Statistics for Data Analytics
• Machine Learning & Pattern Recognition
• Advanced Data and Network Mining
• Data Storage Solutions for Data Analytics
• Data Visualisation
• Applied Research Methods
• Applied Research Project