Online MSc Computer Science with Data Analytics at University of York

I do not think that everything is bad either. But I know what I need.

After consultation with the University of Glasgow, this study has unfortunately been dropped, because it is very intense statistics and mathematics, which I would like, but I would have to be three years younger.

My decision now lies between UoL - Data Science & FT and Du Montfort University - Data Analytics.

With Data Analytics, the only question is whether Python is taught. I am waiting for an answer. The program is ranked 4th (Subject Ranking). I do not like that York indicates that the study is completed online / distannce learning. As if their program is not worth a lot.

Damn, I am looking at that DataScience from UoL / Goldsmiths and it is more in line with what I actually want

Not sure tho as York is prestigious and I cn supplement statistics and Data work as portfolio pieces

Mmh

Glasgow’s course looks sweet, I think the mistake that people make with York’s MSc is that they think it’s a data science degree. That’s what I thought at the beginning but actually it’s basically just a normal computer science degree with a focus on machine learning and data mining. The problem that I see with Glasgow is that there is no module that focuses on algorithms and data structures, if you want to progress into serious AI you really need a strong get grasp of algorithm theory, it’s pretty much the most important module in the york msc imo.

The UoL is indeed the best one (for me too). It combines all the thinks i am searching for.

I am waiting for an answer from northumbria, huddersfield and napier. They are offering those programms to. DMU seems to be good to, but it doesn't cover all the topics.

Hi guys, I am interested in starting the Msc in September. I have had an exchange of emails with the university and scrolled through this thread but there's one thing that is unclear about the course structure. Can some time elapse between one module and the other? Will I be able to, say, complete the first module, wait a couple of months then start the second one? I will be working a fairly demanding job in a few months and I am not sure I can commit the 19+ hours p/w needed (also considering that I do not have a CS background). Does anyone know anything about this/ is anyone in the same situation? I apologise if this has already been covered but I did not have the time to read through the whole thread. Thanks

Not trying to upset people but having worked as a software developer for some years, and now moving into this area myself, I get the impression a lot of employers (in the UK at least) do not respect a distance learning program at all, like it counts for nothing, not worth the paper it's written on even if it's reputable university. Some employers might actually value it but it's still not respected as much as actually attending the university in person.

I think it's very wrong of them to be like this because the students are probably just as capable, since it takes more dedication to do distance learning alongside other commitments.

not trying to scare or upset people but just giving my honest view based on my experiences talking with recruiters and applying for jobs/going for interviews myself...

So I'm approaching the end of the first week of the course and am highly considering leaving the program. It seems to me that the method of teaching is dictating from a textbook and setting tasks from said textbook. This is fair enough, but I feel like there are far more effective, efficient and cheaper ways of learning than this.

I don't think a graduate recruitment scheme would be able to tell the difference as they just focus on the reputation of the university.

If you have Oxford, Cambridge or Imperial on your CV, I think people will take a second look, regardless if the degree was done online or on campus, or even if it is relevant. The reputation of the university and the level of the degree you get help to make your CV standout and hopefully get you an interview. Relevant experience, however, will always trump education.

The truth is, you don't need any qualification to do most jobs, but employers have to discriminate somehow. Filtering by education level is one way.

Sure you might belittle the degree, but if there are 2 CVs and one has a masters degree on it and another doesn't and all else is the same, the one with the masters degree is always going to make a better impression. When you become senior one day and have to hire people, you will see this.

Wouldn't it be annoying to know that all the jobs you lost may have been down to someone just having an extra line on their CV, or because they have a better university on their CV than you?

They mention in the introduction that the programme is quite flexible and you can take breaks between modules if you need to balance other commitments. There's a maximum of 6 study breaks over the course of the programme, and 2 consecutively.

Hi everyone, I recently found this MSc and am interested in starting in Oct. For those already on it, can I ask about the pace of the course. I understand that I am likely to need at least 15-20 hrs per week, but is there flexibility to do (for example) more one week and get ahead if you have less time the following week, or vice versa less one week and catch up the next?I ask as I work shifts so I can be doing 6 or 7 days in one 'calendar week' (including late and night shifts) but then have a week only working 3 days. I have studied with the Open University for the last 10yrs or so, so I am used to self study and meeting deadlines but I do need this flexibility. If this course is too rigid as in 'study this on this day' I may struggle with my shift pattern.TIA for any input

The course is really good so far, the pacing is quite fast and there is a lot of content in the modules. I would strongly recommend completing the readings in the week they are assigned as even though each module is 15 credits the amount of content on an individual module feels more like that of a 30 credit module

For those on the course already - are you having to set up your development environment locally, or do they provide access to virtual machines for you to use?
Can anyone comment on what the exams are like as well, how are these completed?Thanks!

Thanks for posting this - how have you found it completing the assignments and exams so far?

I have taken a part-time uni course in the past, that was aimed at people juggling work, however they had lots of annoying things like putting essay deadlines on Fridays, so that you couldn't finish them over weekends etc. that made it hard to complete - just wondering if this course has been put together a bit more thoughtfully than that!

The course is really good so far, the pacing is quite fast and there is a lot of content in the modules. I would strongly recommend completing the readings in the week they are assigned as even though each module is 15 credits the amount of content on an individual module feels more like that of a 30 credit module

Hi everyone, I recently found this MSc and am interested in starting in Oct. For those already on it, can I ask about the pace of the course. I understand that I am likely to need at least 15-20 hrs per week, but is there flexibility to do (for example) more one week and get ahead if you have less time the following week, or vice versa less one week and catch up the next?I ask as I work shifts so I can be doing 6 or 7 days in one 'calendar week' (including late and night shifts) but then have a week only working 3 days. I have studied with the Open University for the last 10yrs or so, so I am used to self study and meeting deadlines but I do need this flexibility. If this course is too rigid as in 'study this on this day' I may struggle with my shift pattern.TIA for any input

Thanks for posting this - how have you found it completing the assignments and exams so far?

I have taken a part-time uni course in the past, that was aimed at people juggling work, however they had lots of annoying things like putting essay deadlines on Fridays, so that you couldn't finish them over weekends etc. that made it hard to complete - just wondering if this course has been put together a bit more thoughtfully than that!