Data Analytics

MSc 187
SINCE

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Why choose Course overview
De Montfort University Professionals with the ability to interrogate datasets by
applying analytical techniques to describe and predict
Founded in 1870, De Montfort University (DMU) Leicester has business performance are in high demand worldwide.
grown into a global institution with 26,000 students and 2,600
staff. Our passionate and enthusiastic lecturers have excelled in The first semester modules focus on core topic areas such as
the National Teaching Fellowship awards – the most prestigious business intelligence and analytics, data warehouse design,
awards for excellence in higher education. Our academics have and big data applications, enabling you to gain insights into
industry experience, and our researchers have made a real large multivariate datasets and apply your problem-solving
difference in people’s lives. abilities to explore business opportunities and challenges
data scientists face when using business intelligence
Our courses embed employability in their curriculum, and our systems.
research feeds into students’ learning. DMU Leicester has been
ranked in the top 20 universities for graduate prospects in The In the second semester, you will apply your technical
Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020. Previous DMU knowledge and further progress your analytical expertise by
graduates have gone on to win Oscars and work with focusing on specific data science subject areas such as data
organisations such as the BBC, HSBC, Nike, BMW and the NHS. mining techniques and methods. You will also be encouraged
At DMU Dubai, we welcome students from all backgrounds and to demonstrate your technical and analytical abilities in
are proud to offer the perfect combination of award-winning response to real-world problems during your final-semester
teaching, excellent facilities and a fantastic student experience. individual project.

Schools and Departments Our graduates will leave with sought-after skills for business
intelligence and data mining roles within any field of data
science. Opportunities also exist for further academic study
All De Montfort University (DMU) students belong to one of our
towards a doctorate and a research career.
four faculties. Each faculty delivers a wide range of courses to
students, oversees world-changing research, and fosters
enviable commercial links that inform our teaching and ensure Key features
DMU courses are relevant to modern employers.
Designed to equip you with the technical expertise
The Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media trains needed for a career in industry, this course will hone you
engineers, computer scientists and media technologists. From for roles suited in the field of analytics and business
cyber security and games programming to electronic engineering intelligence.
and radio production, teaching and research are exceptionally Students will gain insight into real-world issues and
varied and constantly updated and enhanced to ensure industry solutions through research groups. You will have the
relevance. opportunity to attend guest lectures and seminars. The
curriculum features Apache Spark and the Hadoop
Distributed File System to demonstrate data mining and
Education 2030 machine learning algorithms.
We want to ensure you have the best learning experience Our dedicated computing laboratories fully equipped with
possible and a supportive and nurturing learning community. HP dual-boot, all-in-one computers and a
That’s why we’re introducing a new block model for delivering high-performance file server.
the majority of our courses, known as Education 2030. This The university's commitment to staying at the forefront of
means a more simplified timetable where you will study one technological advancements is evident in its partnerships
subject at a time instead of several at once. You will have with industry, which provide students with valuable
more time to engage with your learning and get to know the networking opportunities and enterprise connections.
teaching team and course mates. You will receive faster
feedback through more regular assessment, and have a Students on the Dubai campus will benefit from the same
better study-life balance to enjoy other important aspects of high-quality education and industry-relevant curriculum.
university life. Additionally, students will have access to state-of-the-art
facilities and resources, ensuring they are well-equipped
to excel in their studies and future careers in data science.
DMU Dubai students can now benefit from the Industry
Advisory Board, which comprises leading experts and
professionals at the enterprise level. The board provides
valuable insights and guidance to ensure the curriculum
remains relevant and current with industry trends and
demands.
Teaching and assessments
Course Data Analytics
Teaching will normally be delivered through formal lectures,
Award MSc
informal seminars, tutorials, workshops, discussions and
e-learning packages. Assessment will usually be carried out Duration 1 year full-time/2 years part-time
through a combination of individual and group work, and Mode
presentations, reports, projects and exams. Delivery Evening
Intake January/September
First semester modules introduces business intelligence,
Annual Fees AED 89,250 (including 5% VAT)
analytics and data infrastructure as well as big data
applications so that you can gain insights and practice of using Scholarships and flexible payment plans available
business intelligence systems and analytics programming to
exploit multidimensional data sets.

In the second semester you are exposed to a variety of data Course modules
mining techniques and methods available and interpreting the
statistical results in relevant problem domains. A further Block 1 More info

module prepares students to undertake an individual research Data Analytics Infrastructure

project. This project module allows you to undertake extensive
research into an aspect of big data, and/or provides an Block 2
Big Data Applications
opportunity to develop and demonstrate your analytical and
processing abilities in response to a given practical problem.
Block 3
Data Mining Techniques and Methods
Students will normally attend around 12 hours of timetabled
taught sessions each week, and can expect to undertake Block 4
around 24 further hours of self-directed independent study Project proposal, planning and project management (PPPM)
and research to support your assignments and dissertation per
week. Blocks 5 & 6
PGT Project

*All modules are indicative and based on the current academic session.

Entry criteria English requirements

Applicants will typically hold an undergraduate degree with a If English language was not the medium of
minimum pass of 2:2 or equivalent overseas qualification. instruction in your previous academic qualification an
IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent when you start the
Professional qualifications deemed to be of equivalent standing course is essential.
will be considered on an individual basis.
Students with other qualifications may
Work experience is not a requirement. However, applications from also be considered. Please scan the QR
those without formal qualifications but with significant code or contact Admissions Office for
professional experience in the relevant field will be considered details. Enquire Now
individually.
 Data Analytics
Prof. Katie Normington
Vice-Chancellor Graduate careers
De Montfort University This course prepares graduates for business intelligence
and data mining roles within any target industry. There is a
very high market demand for SAS expertise, and our
graduates will be able to take up such opportunities. You
will advance your chances to take up more general
management and business development roles within
industry, and to undertake academic research in this field.
Simon Bradbury
Pro Vice-Chancellor International
De Montfort University

Prof. Michael Gallimore

Head of Campus
De Montfort University Dubai

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