University of Roehampton

As technology advances, the ability to generate, capture and analyse data from a range of sources and for a range of applications is vital across numerous industries. Our MSc Data Science is designed to ensure you can apply critical mathematical thinking to various kinds of data, meaning that the degree will be of value in financial, social, policy and commercial settings in the world of work.

The programme will cover data analysis, machine learning, and visualisation, as well as the necessary technical skills to thrive in industry. You will also be equipped with the skills needed to stay abreast of changes in the field and to work in ways that are commercially, ethically, and legally appropriate.

You will begin by taking modules in programming, data analytic techniques and the fundamentals of mathematics for data science. These skills are then developed and applied in machine learning, data visualisation and data engineering, the three planks of data science. You will benefit from an emphasis on real world work flows and application of technique, using case studies and working with real data sets. You will then have a chance to consolidate and demonstrate the skills you have acquired throughout the year in your final project.

Our MSc Data Science follows an active blended learning style, with lectures replaced by videos and workshop/seminars. The aim is to provide you with an environment focused on collaborative learning, through the development of innovative studio-style lab spaces that feel like home. The lab material you will study will enable you to work in the studio environments that you will experience in the real-life working environments.

If you wish to wish to specialise in the area of project management, this advanced MSc in Project Management is for you. You will graduate with a deeper understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects to project management and the ability to develop the essential skills and competencies necessary to plan, monitor, control and deliver successful projects.  

This MSc is focused on the role of project management in a global business environment. You will learn how to put theory into practice and blend academic and practical study. You will learn about multifaceted business environments that will require project managers to bring together resources, skills, technology and ideas to achieve business objectives. You will also learn how to these objectives whilst also operating multiple project constraints of scope, budget, time and quality requirements.

Roehampton Business School will invite practitioners to share their projects with you, adopting a case study approach to studying project success as well as offering a choice either to complete a dissertation or consultancy project as a final piece of study.

You will be able to confidently identify the sources of risk affecting projects and develop risk management strategies to optimize project outcomes and will be able to demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the skills required to effectively manage project resources. You will graduate ready to meet the challenges associated with dynamic business environments and with the knowledge to make a positive difference to a global business environment.