Data Sciences, BSc (Hons)

This interdisciplinary BSc in Data Sciences at Heriot-Watt University provides a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, and computer science, preparing students for the data analytics revolution. As a burgeoning field, data sciences transform raw data into actionable insights for decision-making, addressing complex problems across sectors like finance, healthcare, and environmental science. With high global demand, data scientists enjoy top-ranked job prospects, including lucrative salaries and strong career satisfaction, enabling graduates to pursue roles in business, government, or further studies at the master's or PhD level.The four-year programme builds core skills in the first three years, covering calculus, probability, statistics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. The final year allows specialisation in advanced topics such as statistical algorithms, data engineering, or AI applications, culminating in a dissertation. Offered in Edinburgh, Dubai, and Malaysia, it supports global study options, making it one of the UK's pioneering interdisciplinary degrees.