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MSc Data Science (NCR# 252794)/
Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science (NCR# 253137) /
Postgraduate Certificate in Data Science (NCR# 253138)

(NCR# 252794)

MSc Data Science (NCR# 252794)/ </br>Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science (NCR# 253137) / </br>Postgraduate Certificate in Data Science (NCR# 253138)
 

This newly developed Master’s Degree in Data Science course is designed for aspiring data science professionals in Hong Kong. This course prepares Hong Kong students with technical and practical skills to master big data analytics, a key to success in future business, digital media and science sectors. Dive deep into industry-specific topics, including data mining, machine learning, data analytics and data visualisation, along with data and cybersecurity.

Our close links to the industry and businesses, as well as the research expertise of our academics, makes this course unique. We strive to ensure that the course curriculum is developed to cater to the in-demand needs of employers in the data science field.

Master's Degree Programme in Data Science

Graduates of the MSc Data Science course are recognised by OpenCertHub.com with papers exemption for the Certified Data Professional in Open-source Software (CDPOS™) Module 1: CDPOS-M01 “Big Data and Open Source Fundamentals Certification”.

CDPOS™ is designed for certifying Data Literacy for an employee in digital transformation enterprise, currently offering 3 types of Role-Based certification (Data Citizen, Citizen Data Scientist, and Advanced Citizen Data Scientist), which includes 4 types of module certification (CDPOS-M01 Big Data and Open Source Fundamentals, CDPOS-M02 Data Visualisation Essentials, CDPOS-M03 Data Analytics Essentials and CDPOS-M04 Python for Big Data Analytics). Please click here for more course details.

Programme features:

  • A course based in Hong Kong on applying data analytics for forecasting and insights
  • Education to transform individuals into Data Scientists
  • Introduction and advanced learning of R Language and Python
  • The harnessing of new forms of data with evolving computing skills
  • Completion of 180 credits with 4 modules and 1 master’s project in 20 months
  • Assessment methods include written reports and research papers, hands-on assignments, and a master’s project
  • Studying in Hong Kong campus with local academic and student support teams
  • An easy-to-use interactive online learning platform with access to more than 10,000 online learning resources, including e-books and business journals
  • Upon successful completion of their data science studies in Hong Kong, students will be awarded the same certificate and qualifications as university students in the UK.
  • Graduates are entitled to an additional certification from OpenCertHub – CDPOS-M01 “Big Data and Open-source Fundamentals Certification”. A collaborative scholarship is available for CDPOS certificate holders. For more details, please click here.
Content
180 credits 4 modules and 1 Project

Postgraduate Certificate in Data Science stage:

  • Technology Management for Organisation (30 credits)
  • Data Science Fundamentals (30 credits)

Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science stage:

  • Data Science Product Development (30 credits)
  • Machine Learning and Data Analytics (30 credits)

MSc Data Science stage:

  • Computing Master’s Project (60 credits)

 

Mode of Study
Part Time Face-to-face tutorials
  • This master’s programme of Data Science can be completed in 20 months.
  • Each module consists of 60-72 hours of face-to-face tutorials.
Assessment
4 assignments and 1 project Four in total
  • There is one assessment for each module (Four in total).
  • There is one project for this programme.
Learning Aid
Hong Kong based Academic & Student Support Teams
  • Access to an online study platform where all study materials and student handbooks are available and accessible
  • A dedicated tutor for academic support who you can contact for any academic queries
  • Access to the Student Support Team for administrative support
  • An induction day before attending tutorials
Entry Requirements
Degree / relevant work experience
  • A bachelor’s degree with honours (2:2 or above / lower second class level) in computing or related non-computing discipline (i.e. mathematics, statistics, engineering); OR
  • A bachelor’s degree with honours (2:1 or above / upper second class level) in relevant non-computing discipline (i.e. degree with numeracy included and/or application of big data as a significant theme); OR
  • Applicants with five years of relevant business or industry experience; AND
  • English proficiency is equivalent to HKDSE Level 3 / IELTS 6.0. Candidates whose first language is English or whose previous verified qualification was taught and assessed in English are exempted from the aforementioned English Language requirement.
Funding
Scholarship / Early Bird
  • Early Bird / Seasonal Bursaries / Scholarships are available. For further information please contact us by phone (852) 2992 0133 or by email (enquire@sunderland.edu.hk)
How To Apply
4 intakes per year October, January, April and July

Please click here to Apply, our Recruitment Advisor will assist you shortly.

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Information is accurate at the time of publication and is subject to change. The programmes above are registered at the Non-local Courses Registry (NCR). It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead.

Programme Information

  • Application Deadline:3 April, 2023
  • Duration:6 months (Postgraduate Certificate stage) + 6 months (Postgraduate Diploma stage) + 8 months (MSc stage)
  • Study Level:Postgraduate Cert to Master
  • Discipline:Data Science, Master Degree

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