Online Msc Data Analytics

• Design solutions to real-world problems: Create solutions based on a knowledge of theories, principles and underlying concepts of data analytics.
• Create and implement algorithms: You will learn to plan, design and implement advanced computational skills and be able to assess the applicability of these algorithms.
• Analyse and critique methodologies and techniques: Fully understand and analyse methodologies and techniques related to data analytics and employ this knowledge to solve problems.
• Communicate complex data analytics concepts: No matter the audience (academic, technical or non-technical), you will be able to communicate complex data analytics concepts.
• Evaluate data analytics systems: Having an awareness of ethical and legal implications, you will learn to evaluate data analytics systems.

Our Master of Science in Data Analytics (MSc) Online curriculum equips you with a comprehensive understanding of the field. You will delve into a wide range of topics, gaining the skills and knowledge to design and implement skilful solutions using collected data.

Modules

• Fundamentals of Data Science (30 credits)
• Machine Learning in Practice: Applications, Responsible Use and Ethics (30 credits)
• Neural Networks and Deep Learning (30 credits)
• Prescriptive Analytics (30 credits)

Top 21 UK University: Aston University is ranked 21th in the UK in the Guardian University Guide, 2025.

Runner Up for Graduate Employment: Aston University is the University of the Year Runner Up for Graduate Employment in The Times and Sunday Times University Guide 2024. Aston University is ranked at 18 for graduate prospects and at 22 for continuation rate.

Aston has been named University of the Year for Student Success by the Daily Mail University Guide, 2025.

Our Master of Science in Data Analytics (MSc) Online programme will prepare you for a range of careers across the public, private and third sectors. Graduates are in high demand and are employed in a variety of settings, including banks, consultancies, government departments, charitable and not-for-profit organisations.

Roles our graduates have gone on to secure include:

• Business Analyst: Use data to inform strategic decisions, improve business, and optimise operations.
• Data Analyst: Collect, analyse, and interpret complex data sets to help companies make informed decisions.
• Financial Analyst: Use financial data from revenue, expenses and income to help companies make better financial decisions.
• Data Quality Analyst: Ensure that data sets are accurate, reliable, and usable by detecting and correcting corrupt or inaccurate records from a record set, table or database.

Studying online through Aston University offers various advantages, making it an appealing choice for prospective students globally.

• Flexibility and convenience – fit your studies into your work-life balance.
• Affordable – spread the cost, pay monthly or in instalments, and earn as you learn.
• Expert tutors – staff with industry experience and experts in their fields.
• Transparent pricing – apply for free, with no hidden costs.
• Built for online – interactive, engaging, and purpose-designed curriculum available 24/7.
• Supported – dedicated student support and online tutors.
• Empowering creativity – complimentary full access to Adobe Creative Cloud tools for developing dynamic multimedia content and presentations through video, graphics and audio.
• Ready for work and life – rigorous academic standards and curriculum focusing on the skills sought by employers (for now and the future).