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Data science is revolutionising many aspects of society, with major impacts on industry, business and the public sector. These rapid changes raise many important issues concerning ethics, privacy and governance. In this module you will learn about the social context of data science and how data is used to inform business practices. You will also consider the ethical issues that can arise from machine learning and analysis of “big data”, as well as the legal frameworks and legislation relevant to collection and use of data by organisations. This module provides essential background for any data scientist or data manager whose use of data might affect people or organisations.

 

Pre-requisites: COMM414 DA Introduction to Data Science (Professional) 

Co-requisites: None

 

This module is a part of the dual-qualification MSc Data Science (Professional) / Level 7 Research Scientist Apprenticeship programme. It cannot be taken as an elective by students on other programmes. 

 

The apprenticeship standard and other documentation relating to the Level 7 Research Scientist Apprenticeship can be found here: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/research-scientist-v1-0