Course Comparison

Course
MSc Artificial Intelligence MSc Data Science and Business Analytics
Award
Master of Science - MSc Master of Science - MSc
Duration
1 year 1 year
Assessment breakdown
- -
Course type
Full-time, Part-time route available Full-time, Part-time route available
Placement
- -
Location
Plymouth Plymouth
Provider
School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics
Entry requirements
A lower second class (2:2) honours degree or better in a STEM-based discipline. Applicants will need to have a sound awareness of programming and be comfortable in learning programming techniques. Applicants without any prior programming experience may be accepted subject to undertaking preparatory work prior to the start of the programme. Applicants with a lower classification, or substantial industrial experience in lieu of formal qualifications may be considered subject to interview.
A minimum IELTS English proficiency score of 6.5, with at least 5.5 in each component. 
The programme adheres to the University regulations and guidelines for the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) and Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) for masters programmes. 
Students are required to produce evidence of English language ability. This will normally be the equivalent of GCSE Grade C or above in English language or IELTS average score of 6.5 or above with at least 6.0 in the written component.
A 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in any discipline. Computer appreciation is expected by students on this course.
We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.
If English is not your mother tongue 6.5 IELTS with a minimum of 5.5 in any element in a secure English language test.
The University of Plymouth offers pre-sessional English language courses if you do not have this.
Prior knowledge of data analysis or statistics and/or work experience are not necessary.