Program Overview

MSc Data Analytics

Programme Overview

The MSc Data Analytics programme has been selected by BSBI among many prestigious international programmes offered by University for the Creative Arts. The 18-month MSc data analytics is a postgraduate programme in the field of data analytics at BSBI’s Berlin Campus. The course provides students with key knowledge to pursue Data Analytics careers and provide them with the skills and confidence required to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.

Programme Fee

• Berlin: February, May, October 2025
• International students: €13,250
• EU students: €8,450

Key Programme Information

• Duration: 18 months
• Admission requirements: Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or minimum of three years of relevant work managerial experience
• Technical entry requirement: Personal laptop with i5 or above processor, at least 8 GB RAM, and Microsoft Office installed

Programme Structure

• This 18-month data analytics master’s programme combines contemporary and practical elements
• The latest technology is used to enhance learning and collaborative working
• Students work alongside research-active staff on latest research developments, while industry guest speakers and live briefs provide networking and development opportunities
• The programme awards a master’s degree with 180 UK credits, equivalent to 90 ECTS

Modules

• Term 1:
  • Fundamentals of Data Analytics
  • Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning using Python
• Term 2:
  • Enterprise Data Warehouse and Database Management Systems
  • Big Data Analytics
• Term 3:
  • Visualisation and Story Telling using Tableau
  • Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence
• Term 4:
  • Dissertation

Learning Outcomes

• Provide conceptual frameworks for data analytics which draw insights from academic research into the challenges of contemporary technical, management and business practice
• Enable students to synthesise and examine critically the opportunities and threats posed by both globalisation, as well as business innovation in the business analytics industry
• Highlight the complexity of the emergent organisational context of data analytics industries for both international and national settings as well as large and small organisations
• Offer students an integrated approach to the study of data analytics in the international industries that emphasises the interdependence between some of the core disciplines and practices of technology and management
• Enable students to excel in a professional and managerial environment having built on existing knowledge of fundamental concepts and skills while developing new ones
• Prepare students for high-level autonomous graduate employment, research, further study and lifelong learning by developing intellectual, practical and transferable skills

Career Progression

• Research has shown that there is a growing demand for those with advanced skills in data analytics within the global job market
• BSBI’s dedicated Careers Service helps data analytics master’s students and alumni reach their career goals and realise their potential
• Career opportunities:
  • Data Scientist
  • AI Scientist
  • Customer Insights Analyst
  • Quantitative Risk Analyst
  • Market Risk Analyst
  • Security Engineer

Entry Requirements

• Minimum Age: 21
• Academic Qualifications:
  • Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
  • Consideration will also be given to applicants with minimum of three years of relevant work managerial experience, demonstrating an ability to study at postgraduate level
• Technical Entry Requirement:
  • Personal laptop with i5 or above processor, at least 8 GB RAM, and Microsoft Office installed
• English Language Requirements:
  • Access the Proof of English Guide (UCA) for more information

Online Application

• Create an account and select the programme and intake you want to apply for
• Complete all sections of the online application
• Submit online application
• Our Admissions Team will liaise with you with regards to next steps

Professional Certificates

• BSBI has launched five Professional Certificate courses to support students in their employability, skills and continued development throughout their education
• These courses will help professionals better understand their strengths, competencies and areas for development – helping to progress their professional development

Study in Berlin

• Delivery: On campus
• Duration: 18 months
• Intakes: February, May, October
• Campus: Berlin, Germany
• Degree awarded by University for the Creative Arts
• Price: €13,250 (international students), €8,450 (EU students)