MSc Data Analytics is a master's degree in Data Science & Analytics programme offered by University of Mauritius in Réduit, Mauritius. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered fully online. It carries 76.0 credits (LCCS/NCVTS credits).
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Data Science & Analytics
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: Online
Credits: 76.0 (LCCS/NCVTS credits)
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MSc Data Analytics, programme code SH549, is a part-time, fully online postgraduate degree from the University of Mauritius, with a minimum duration of two years. It is intended for people whose first degree was in statistics, computer science or another quantitative discipline, and is built to be flexible enough to fit around work and life.
Students learn data exploration and visualisation, statistical modelling, programming, simulation, data mining, machine learning and predictive analytics. The first level covers data handling, statistical modelling and programming, while the second level offers specialised modules in analytics applications and projects that draw the strands together. Teaching uses video lectures, synchronous online tutorials and workshops.
The master's degree carries 76 credits at NQF level 9, including a dissertation, and exit points exist at 58 credits for a postgraduate diploma and 36 for a certificate. Career paths include statistics, data science, business analytics and business intelligence.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants need a Second Class Honours degree or better in statistics, information technology or a closely related subject, alongside the university's general entry rules for postgraduate study. Special cases and mature applicants follow the postgraduate regulations.
