Course details
Course description
The MSc in Data Science for Politics & Policymaking is designed to meet the growing demand for graduates with the ability to use big data to solve complex political and social problems. It is perfectly suited to those looking for careers in political campaigns, think tanks, interest groups associated with shaping public policy and the civil service.
This Masters level course equips you with the ability to design, commission, and implement projects that capture and analyse large quantities of online data from a diverse set of sources. It combines advanced training in social science research design and policy analysis with classes that allow you to understand the mechanics behind capturing and organising large amounts of data.
The course looks to solve the key challenge of the use of big data in the public sphere, the lack of specified research and policy goals, by providing you with the know-how via core classes in Research Design, Public Policy and Qualitative Methods. Alongside these classes, you'll receive training that allows you to understand the mechanics behind capturing and organising large amounts of data.
Ranked 6th in the UK for Politics (Times Good University Guide 2023)
Subjects
- Politics
- Data analysis
Entry requirements
First or upper second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in any discipline.
Course options
Course details
Full time
1st Sep 2023 to 1st Sep 2024
Cost: £7,300.00 (ex. VAT)
Venue details
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ
Course details
Part time
1st Sep 2023 to 1st Sep 2025
Cost: £7,300.00 (ex. VAT)
Venue details
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ