courses/MSc_Machine_Learning_and_Big_Data.txt

### MSc Machine Learning and Big Data (Sep 25, 2025 – Sep 24, 2026)
University of Hertfordshire

This MSc programme focuses on practical and theoretical aspects of machine learning and big data analytics. It trains students to build scalable systems and models to gain insights from complex data.

### Study Duration and Routes
- Full-time: 1 year
- Part-time: 18 months
- With Placement Year: 2 years

### Entry Requirements
- 2:2 honours degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
- IELTS 6.0
- Strong programming skills and familiarity with statistics

### Fees and Funding
- UK: ~£9,500+
- International: ~£16,950
Scholarships are available.

### Modules
- Big Data Analytics
- Machine Learning and Deep Learning
- Cloud Computing
- Research Methods
- Final Dissertation or Project

### Teaching and Assessment
Lectures, coding tutorials, and project-based learning. Assessed by coursework and applied research.

### Tools and Technologies
Python (Pandas, Scikit-learn), Hadoop, Spark, TensorFlow, SQL

### Facilities
Access to cloud computing environments, big data clusters, and AI labs.

### Career Outcomes
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Big Data Engineer
- AI Analyst

### Learning Outcomes
- Design and deploy ML models
- Apply big data techniques to business and research
- Manage scalable analytics systems

### Why Choose This Course?
Industry-relevant curriculum with placement options and exposure to real-world datasets.

### Official Links
- Course Page: https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/msc-machine-learning-and-big-data
- Click here to apply: https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/how-to-apply