MSc (PGCert PGDip) Data Analytics with Placement Year

Course Overview

Developed to meet the demand for data science professionals, our postgraduate Data Analytics course enables you to effectively structure, analyse and gain insight from a wide range of complex data across different industries. Your learning is informed by current business developments through case studies looking at real-world data sets, research questions and scenarios. You will have the opportunity to collaborate on projects with our industry partners, and can also use your own data, project ideas and industry links.

Key Program Highlights

• Your learning is informed by current business developments through case studies looking at real-world data sets, research questions and scenarios.
• You will develop a skill set in specialist data analytics and associated software, quantitative methods and techniques, and business intelligence.
• The industry placement or research year is a great way to gain valuable professional or academic experience and provides an opportunity for international students to study in the UK for two years instead of one.
• Whether you are a recent graduate or an experienced professional wanting to gain data analysis skills, this course is available on a full or part-time basis to help you manage your studies around other commitments.
• UK and international students can apply to start this course in September 2026 or January 2027.