Master's in Data Science from the Staffordshire University

The Master's degree is an engaging yet rigorous 18-month online program designed specifically for working professionals to develop practical knowledge and skills, establish a professional network, and accelerate entry into data science careers. The certification is awarded by Staffordshire University

Expect to carry out several industry-relevant projects simulated as per the actual workplace, making you a skilled data science professional at par with leading industry standards.

The program is NOT going to be easy. It will be requiring at least 15 hours of time commitment per week, applying new concepts and executing industry relevant projects.

The program is designed for working professionals looking for a transition or growth into the data domain. 

Considering the requirements of different data roles in the industry, the curriculum is designed. Topics: Basics of SQL, Python, Statistics and EDA, Basic Machine Learning Models Business Analytics: Advanced Machine Learning, Storytelling and Advanced Business Problem Solving

The content will be a mix of interactive lectures from industry leaders as well as world-renowned faculty. Additionally, the program comprises live lectures or hangout sessions dedicated to solving your academic queries and reinforcing learning. Offline upGrad BaseCamps will also facilitate peer-to-peer interactions.

Post successful completion of the program, a Executive Program in Data Science Certificate would be granted from a UGC Recognised university based in India.

At least 15 hours per week of time commitment is expected to be able to graduate from the program.

Peer-to-peer discussion forum where you can post your queries and your peers/faculty/teaching assistants answer your queries within a day. Regular Q&A sessions with faculty to get clarification on conceptual doubts.

Without Immersion: Rs. 4,75,000 (including tax)

The Student needs to successfully complete the foundation program in Executive Program in Data Science from upGrad Institute, to be eligible to continue with the M.Sc. in Data Science by Staffordshire University. In case if a student fails to achieve the minimum required passing criteria as specified in this offer letter, such student shall not be eligible for any refund.

0% EMI with Finance partners /Credit card option availability will vary program wise.

1. Which banks allow using 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
No cost EMI is available on credit cards from all major banks (American Express, Bank of Baroda, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, RBL Bank, Standard Chartered, Axis Bank, Yes Bank and State Bank of India).

2. Is there any minimum transaction limit ?
Yes. 50000 is the minimum.

3. Standard Chartered Bank offers 18 or 24 months No Cost EMI ?
No. ONLY 12 months is available irrespective of the Program enrolled.

4. Will I have to pay any extra amount for EMI transaction?
If you are availing 0% credit card EMI, upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions. Your bank may levy GST or other taxes on the interest component of the EMI.

5. Are there any fees or down payment?
Certain banks charge nominal processing fees between INR 99 - 500 on 0% Credit Card EMI transaction. If charged, will be billed in the first repayment installment.

6. Can I use my International credit card for 0% credit EMI or Credit Card EMI?
Only the Indian bank credit cards can be used. But you can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions, this will be purely between you and your bank.

7. Are there any charges in case I opt for cancellation/refund from the course after paying balance with no cost EMI ?
Yes, there will be additional charges to the extent of interest paid by the upGrad to the bank, you will be refunded only Principal amount, i.e. the amount actually deducted/blocked from your card. This deduction will be in addition to the amount mentioned in the refund policy shared with your offer letter.

8. Can I Pay Using Multiple Credit Cards ?
Multiple cards can be used to complete the payments using Part payment option make sure to inform the learner, minimum transaction is INR 50000 to opt for 0% CC EMI E.g. Amount to be paid: 150000. I can pay using 2 Credit cards. Yes, Example :
HDFC Card – Part payment – INR 100000
ICICI Card – Part payment – INR 50000

9. How can I opt for Credit card EMI if my bank is not listed in the 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
You can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions.

10. Why is the entire amount blocked on my credit card?
Initially your bank will block the entire amount from your available purchase limit and from your next billing cycle, you will be charged the EMI amount. As you start paying your EMI, your credit limit will be released accordingly. For example, if you have made a payment of ₹100000 on 6-months EMI and your credit limit is ₹200,000 then initially your bank will block your credit limit by ₹100000. After payment of your first month EMI of Rs.15000, the blocked amount will come down to ₹85000.

11. Why is interest getting charged on No Cost EMI?
Your bank will charge you interest. However, this interest charge has been provided to you as an upfront discount at the time of your payment, effectively giving you the benefit of a No cost EMI. The total amount paid during the entire EMI tenure to the bank will be equal to the amount to be paid to upGrad.

Eg. Amount payable to upGrad: INR 405000
Let's say Amount deducted at the time of transaction: INR 379850 (Principal amount) Bank charges interest of 12-15% per annum on INR 379850
[Note: Interest factor is reducing rate and not Flat rate]
EMI AMOUNT = INR 33750 x 12 = INR 405000
Effectively, you have taken loan on 379,850 instead of 405,000

There are 4 simple steps in the Admission Process which is detailed below: 

Step 1: Application form Fill the Staffordshire Masters in Data Science application form with your basic details 

Step 2: Selection test Give a short 17-minutes test which has 11 questions testing reasoning and aptitude. Get atleast 6 right to be shortlisted. Test exemption criteria - GRE score greater than 300 or GMAT score greater than 650 or CAT score more than 90 percentile or Gate score more than 500 

Step 3: Shortlisting and block payment University will shortlist basis profile & test score. Once shortlisted, receive the Pre-course Counselling Form, Student Contract and Form 12B to be digitally signed. Pay a block fee of INR 15,000/- to reseve your seat 

Step 4: Offer letter and payment Receive the Offer Letter and make the balance payment within 7 days or before batch tsart, whiechever is closer

MUltiple world-renowned faculty and industry leaders form upGrad Institute and Staffordshire University have spent a considerable time indesigning this program so that learners can receive the best possible learning experience in data science. Hence, we want to make sure that the participants of this program also show a very high level of commitment and passion for Data Science. 

The applicants will have to take a selection test designed to check their aptitude and quantitative abilities. The applicants can skip the test if they meet one of the following criteria:

• GRE score is greater than 300
• GMAT score is greater than 650
• CAT score is greater than 90 percentile
• GATE score is greater than 500

50% marks in graduation and 6 months of work-experience before you enter the Staffordshire phase of the program in the second year