Behavioural Data Science (Psychology)

Organisations across society rely on big data to understand human behaviour. For example, the police use it to predict burglary risks, and schools adapt education based on student progress. Learn how to use big data to advise them with insights into how people think, feel, and act.

Language of instruction

English

Mode

Full-time

Location

Roeterseiland campus

🎓 Deep dive into big data, statistical learning techniques, psychological measurement and how to apply this in practice

Feb09

Master's Week 9 -12 Feb

Nov02

Master's Week: 2-6 Nov

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Here's why you want to study Behavioural Data Science at the UvA

Real life challenges

You will gain experience in applying your acquired knowledge and skills

Small-scale

Education with a small-group teaching approach

Big data, statistics and psychological measurements

You will be equipped with in-depth knowledge of relevant big data and machine learning techniques

Career prospects

Graduates can work in many different areas: consultant, data analyst, data manager, test developer, methodologist, and researcher

Is Behavioural Data Science right for you?

Yes, if you are interested in:

working with big data collected with modern digital technology
applying machine learning and advanced stats to real data
math, programming, statistics, and the challenge to discuss this with potential clients