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PostgraduateMsimbo: OUK-BDS-01

Master of Data Science

Muda

2 Years

Njia ya kusoma

Online

Shule ya kitaaluma

Shule ya Sayansi na Teknolojia

Muhtasari wa kitaaluma

The Master of Data Science is designed to address the critical need for skilled data scientists in a developing country context. This programme is designed to equip students with the advanced skills and knowledge required to thrive in the rapidly expanding field of data science. With a curriculum that balances theory with practical, hands-on training, graduates will be prepared to contribute to data-driven decision-making in both public and private sectors, ensuring they are job-ready and ethically responsible in their roles.

Mahitaji ya kujiunga

A candidate must satisfy the general University admission criteria for Masters Programmes: • A Bachelors degree in a relevant area of study or an equivalent qualification recognised by Senate. • A Bachelors degree with at least a Pass or an equivalent qualification recognized by Senate and a relevant Postgraduate Diploma from the Open University of Kenya or an institution recognized by Senate. Need guidance? Kindly ask for a return call from our proficient OUK course consultants to have your inquiries addressed. Download Brochure How to

Njia za vitengo na udahili

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Muundo wa programu

The programme spans over two academic years, divided into four academic semesters, and shall be offered in 4 semesters. The total course credits for the programme are 64 and the total course contact hours required for graduation is 960 instructional hours. A practicum component is integrated in Semester 4 to provide applied data science experience in a real-world setting.

Semester 1 covers statistical learning, data wrangling, database systems and research methods. Semester 2 advances into machine learning, big data technologies, data visualisation and cloud computing for data science. Semester 3 focuses on deep learning, natural language processing, specialised electives and project management for data teams. Semester 4 combines advanced topics in AI ethics and responsible data science with the research project or practicum.

All courses are delivered through the OUK virtual learning environment, combining asynchronous learning materials with scheduled synchronous seminars and practical lab sessions.

Njia za tathmini

Tathmini hufanywa kwa mchanganyiko wa kazi endelevu na mitihani rasmi ya mwisho.

Fursa za kazi

Prospects Graduates are well-positioned to pursue a variety of high-demand careers in sectors that are increasingly reliant on data-driven decision-making including: • Data Scientist • Data Analyst • Machine Learning Engineer • Business Intelligence Analyst • Big Data Engineer • Data Engineer • Data Consultant • AI Specialist

Kituo cha maombi

Muda wa kawaida

2 Years

Hali ya utoaji

Online

Ada

KES 187,500 (Year 1: KES 101,500 | Year 2: KES 86,000)

≈ USD 1,587+10% Intl.

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Shule ya Sayansi na Teknolojia

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