Data Science, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Data Science graduates are increasingly sought after in diverse sectors such as health, finance, business, public services, maritime, marine, and environmental science. This degree equips students with industry-relevant knowledge and practical skills in data science, fostering competence in essential areas including programming, data curation and processing, privacy and ethics, management, visualization, analytics, and modeling. The curriculum features modules in statistics, software engineering, artificial intelligence, machine learning, operational research, big data, and parallel computing. Stage 1 establishes foundational knowledge in data science, software engineering, and mathematics to support advanced learning.Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities in a £63 million teaching and research building opened in 2023, including modern lecture theatres, computer labs, and collaborative spaces. The program fosters a supportive community with personalized guidance from lecturers. An optional paid placement year offers professional experience to enhance career readiness. In the final year, applied modules involve real-world data analysis, culminating in a supervised in-depth project that showcases skills to employers. Innovative teaching ensures graduates possess up-to-date, practical expertise highly valued in the industry.