Master of Data Science Coursework Mode

Master of Data Science Coursework Mode is a Masters program taught at Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (Full-time study with a minimum candidature of three (3) seme) options.

The Master of Data Science Coursework Mode trains students for work in Big Data Analytics. Students study core taught courses including Principles and Practices of Data Science and Analytics, Big Data Storage and Management, Machine Learning, Enabling Technologies and Infrastructures for Data Science, Data Visualisation and Visual Analytics, and Research, Consultancy and Professional Skills.

Students complete a core consultancy project and practicum, CDS590, with required practicum work at their workplace or a chosen/assigned organisation. Students work under supervision of a lecturer and an industry supervisor and solve a real-world problem or pursue opportunities related to data science and analytics. Classes are generally held in person, with some sessions conducted online at the discretion of the lecturer (blended learning). Classes run on weekdays (Monday–Friday) from 6:15 PM to 9:15 PM.

Modules

• CDS501/4 – Principles and Practices of Data Science and Analytics
• CDS502/4 – Big Data Storage and Management
• CDS503/4 – Machine Learning
• CDS504/4 – Enabling Technologies and Infrastructures for Big Data
• CDS505/4 - Data Visualisation and Visual Analytics
• CDS506/4 – Research, Consultancy and Professional Skills
• CDS590 – Consultancy Project and Practicum

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Data Science Coursework Mode at Universiti Sains Malaysia for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Universiti Sains Malaysia.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Universiti Sains Malaysia as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Data Science Coursework Mode.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Please check detail of study units at https://cs.usm.my/index.php/admissions-academics/postgraduate/master-of-data-science-coursework-mode

6 fully funded scholarships are listed for Malaysia. See Malaysia scholarships.