Course Summary
The MSc Data & Computational Science course is aimed at students who wish to gain a deep understanding of applied mathematics, statistics and computational science at the graduate level. The course will equip such students with the skills necessary to carry out research in these computationally based sciences and will prepare them well for a career either in the industry or in academia. The taught modules in the course provide a thorough grounding in the areas of applied mathematics, statistics and computational science; all students complete project work in data and computational science with the option of (supervised) research dissertation.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
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These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes
Application Details
How to apply?
The following entry routes are available:
MSc Data & Computational Science FT (T306)
Duration 1 Years
Attend Full Time
Deadline Rolling*
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised
Apply online at www.ucd.ie/apply and find the programme using the unique programme identifier: T306
For queries, please email [email protected]
Next Intake: 2024/2025 September.
Fees
EU fee per year - € 9300
nonEU fee per year - € 22530
***Fees are subject to change
Tuition fee information is available on the UCD Fees website.
UCD offers a number of graduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD graduate degree programme. For further information please see International Scholarships.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Recent past graduates from this programme and other similar past programmes in the School work in firms including, ICT companies (e.g. Amazon, Meta, Geowox, Sage, Version 1, Vodafone), the financial services industry (e.g. Allianz, Aon, Deloitte, Fidelity Investments, KPMG, Permanent TSB) and other data-intensive businesses (e.g. Accenture, IBM, Intel).