Master Informatique — Data Sciences (DS)

Nantes Université offers Master Informatique — Data Sciences (DS) in Nantes, France, a master's degree in computer science with a specialization in data science. Data science combines computer science, statistics, and applied mathematics to extract knowledge and insight from data, covering topics such as data collection and management, statistical analysis, machine learning, and the visualization and communication of results. Students typically study programming for data analysis, database and data management systems, statistical and machine learning methods, and techniques for handling large datasets, alongside general computer science training in algorithms and software development. Coursework often includes applied projects that involve analyzing real datasets to answer practical or business questions, as well as study of the ethical and methodological issues involved in working with data. Graduates commonly pursue careers as data scientists, data analysts, or machine learning engineers within technology companies, consulting firms, or the data and analytics departments of organizations across sectors such as finance, healthcare, retail, and industry. Some progress into more specialized research or engineering roles in artificial intelligence. The program is taught in French, in keeping with standard practice at French universities, and follows the typical two-year structure of a French master's degree. The expected start date is September, with annual tuition of 250 EUR, consistent with the public tuition rate at institutions such as Nantes Université. This specialization suits students who want to combine computer science skills with statistical and analytical training, preparing them for roles that involve extracting insight and building predictive tools from data across a wide range of industries.