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MSc Big Data Analytics

Study Method Online
Provider University of Liverpool Online
Start Date 17 November 2026, 12 January 2027
University of Liverpool Online

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Course overview

Further your computer science career with a specialist postgraduate degree in big data analytics. This online master’s programme has been designed to equip students with expertise in an area of computing that has seen recent and rapid growth, and in which there is expected to be a significant skills shortage. You will have the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of both the technology that supports big data analytics and the practical application of this technology in the context of business information and real-world problems.

To achieve a full master’s degree, you will be required to complete 180 credits. This programme is also available as a postgraduate diploma (PG Dip) which amounts to 120 credits, and a postgraduate certificate (PG Cert) which amounts to 60 credits. Students who complete the PG Cert and PG Dip will have the opportunity to progress to a full master’s degree.

The programme is accredited by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, for the purposes of meeting the further learning academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

Job outcomes

  • Data Scientist
  • Big Data Consultant
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Research Scientist

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What you'll learn

The Big Data Analytics MSc follows a career-driven curriculum, developed to provide practical skills and knowledge directly applicable to a workplace. Throughout your studies, you will explore a wide range of programme modules.

Results from our 2026 Career & Professional Impact Survey from current and former online students showed:

  • 92% of online students feel ready for their future career.

  • Over 3 in 5 online students report a salary increase.

  • 94% of online students boosted their leadership skills.

  • 4 in 5 online students have seen a positive career impact.

Study method

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    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
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    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
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Duration study load

24 months

Delivery

This programme is designed to be studied wholly online and part-time. Teaching is delivered through our state-of-the-art Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), which provides students with access to all resources required for interactive study online. On this platform, you will be encouraged to work collaboratively with classmates and actively read around your topic through our comprehensive library of eBooks and journals.

Entry requirements

All applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you want to discuss your previous qualifications and experience before applying, please contact our admissions team.

Applicants should possess either:

  • A minimum of a 2:2 class degree in Computer Science or a closely related subject, equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree, coupled with two years experience in employment; or
  • Professional work experience and/or other prior qualifications, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

All applicants must provide evidence that they have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5.

If you don’t have an IELTS or equivalent certificate, you can take our free online English test to assess your proficiency. You don’t need to prove your English ability if you are a national or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree.

 

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Assessment

Assessment is exclusively through online assignments rather than examinations. You will be assessed through a range of activities, including written assignments, presentations, discussion forum participation and journal entries.

Subjects

Core Modules
Global Trends in Computer Science (15 credits)
Data Visualisation and Warehousing (15 credits)
Machine Learning in Practice (15 credits)
Cloud Computing (15 credits)
Security Engineering and Compliance (15 credits)
Deep Learning (15 credits)
Research Methods in Computer Science (15 credits)
Computer Science Capstone Project (60 credits)
Elective Module
Choose one of the following
  • Applied Cryptography (15 credits)
  • Cyber Forensics (15 credits)
  • Cybercrime Prevention and Protection (15 credits)
  • Information Technology Leadership (15 credits)
  • Multi-Agent Systems (15 credits)
  • Natural Language Processing and Understanding (15 credits)
  • Reasoning and Intelligent Systems (15 credits)
  • Robotics (15 credits)
  • Security Risk Management (15 credits)
  • Strategic Technology Management (15 credits)
  • Technology, Innovation and Change Management (15 credits)

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Payment options

Full tuition fee – £17,947 (2026/2027 academic year)

The tuition fee is fully inclusive of all costs: teaching materials, core textbooks, assessments and resits. If you live in England, you may be eligible for a postgraduate loan to cover some of the costs of your degree. If you are not eligible for a student loan, you will be offered a simple monthly payment plan to spread the cost of your tuition over the duration of your studies.

Scholarships and discounts

  • 10% discount for University of Liverpool alumni.

  • Global scholarships of up to 15% for international students residing in specific regions outside the UK.

A separate application form is not required for a scholarship, as it will be applied once you have received your official offer letter. Please note, scholarships cannot be combined. Please speak to our admissions team for more details of fees, scholarships, discounts, and support.

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About University of Liverpool Online

This year, we are celebrating 25 years in online learning. All our programmes have been specifically designed for online delivery since 2000. Our state-of-the-art learning platform encourages collaboration with fellow professionals from around the world. You will receive a highly regarded qualification from the University of Liverpool, a member of the elite Russell Group of research-led UK universities, consistently ranked in the top 200 universities worldwide (Centre for World University Rankings, 2024). In addition, the University of Liverpool achieved Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Learning Rankings 2024.

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