The Big Data and Business Intelligence, MSc at the University of Greenwich is designed for students who want to master the technical and strategic challenges of the modern data-driven economy. As organisations increasingly rely on complex information systems to inform decision-making, this postgraduate qualification provides you with the expertise to design and develop robust big data architectures and intelligent software solutions. You will explore essential methodologies including data mining, machine learning, and advanced database technologies, gaining the theoretical depth and practical proficiency required to navigate the fast-growing domain of business intelligence and large-scale data analytics.
Studied full-time on campus over one year, this course integrates rigorous academic study with hands-on technical application. You will develop your programming skills in Python and R while working alongside expert academics to build interactive systems and data-driven applications. Through a combination of core modules and elective projects, you will gain a comprehensive lifecycle view of software development, culminating in an individual MSc project that addresses a real-world technical challenge. You will graduate with the advanced engineering capabilities and professional skills necessary to pursue high-level careers in data science, systems architecture, and business intelligence consultancy.