Data form the basis for many products and services that shape our everyday lives. The MSE in Data Science provides you with the most important methods and tools to process and efficiently organise data, analyse them and use them to generate innovative data-driven products.
In the specific implementation of the MSE Data Science profile at the FHNW, students will acquire sound skills in statistical data analysis, data engineering, machine learning and deep learning. A strong focus is put on effectively applying Data Science methodology in result-oriented, applied research projects with industry and research partners.
Professional skills
Graduates of the MSE in Data Science are able to apply statistical methods to describe and explore data as well as to draw conclusions from them. You will build data-driven models by using data mining, machine learning and deep learning. You will organise the collection and sourcing of application-specific data from heterogeneous sources. You will also be capable of planning and organising the storage of such data. Developing applications able to process data streams, extract features and apply models to them will be another of your competencies. You will learn to understand business needs with regard to data pipelines and turn analytical results into actions. In addition, you will understand non-technical constraints related to ethics, privacy, security and safety as they relate to data processing in enterprises and public institutions.
Outline of profession
Professional data scientists are contributing to the design, development and deployment of a huge variety of data products or data pipelines for enterprises and public institutions. The Swiss employment landscape offers you jobs in data engineering, data analysis or data-driven services. From the collection and processing of data to machine and deep learning or developing data products – you will find the challenges and opportunities to shape your future in nearly every industry.
Further information and application
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Individual specialisation in the profile Data Science
The FHNW Institute for Data Science offers the specialization.