Course Overview

The top 5 companies in the world today all have one thing in common, they are all data-driven organizations. With this degree, you will learn the skills you need to have a career in this exciting field, from the basics of Computing, Programming, and Coding for Web and Mobile, along with Data Mining, Information Systems, Mathematical and Statistical methods, and other techniques that are needed in a data-driven environment. In the later years of your degree, you will discover Machine Learning, Cyber Security, and Natural Language Processing.

Demand for workers with specialist data skills like data scientists and data engineers has more than tripled over five years (+231%), according to a labor market analysis commissioned for ‘Dynamics of data science skills’, a new Royal Society report. Demand for all types of workers grew by 36% over the same period.

This degree program will equip you with the skills required to start a career in a digital world where there is currently a huge talent shortage and demand for jobs is continuing to grow in importance.

To advance your career prospects we have implemented the following strategies into the Data Science BSc (Hons) degree:

We have ensured that the course is designed in consultation with employers, aligned with industry standards, and taught by experienced computing professionals

The option of a paid placement year and the opportunity to learn via live work-based projects allows gaining experience to earn as you learn

We give you the opportunity to gain additional professional qualifications and certification during your degree (should you wish)

Employment preparation workshops which include CV preparation, mock interviews/assessment centers, and meetings with employers are built into the syllabus

General Eligibility

96 UCAS Tariff points (for example, CCC at A Level) and Grade C/4 in GCSE English and Mathematics.

Applicants with no formal qualifications may be considered for Mature Student Entry Routes

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).