DATA SCIENCE BSC

Programme overview

Why choose this programme?

Become a critical data professional

Learn how to work with and analyse data, and use your findings to make ethical, sustainable decisions â€" engaging different audiences and stakeholders, using visualisation and statistical methods.

Uniquely employable

Developed with industry experts and taught by active researchers, this course gives you the skills to manage the complexities of data in organisations and to integrate the work of data scientists with those in more managerial or policy-making roles.

Sustainability, equality, diversity and ethical practice

With a strong focus on sociological theory, you will explore the underpinning concepts of responsible data science and the ethical application of technical approaches. By studying with us, you'll develop solid foundations in ethics, sustainability, critical thinking, and how to influence outcomes of data to positively impact society.
Taught by active researchers and developed with industry experts, prepare for a career where you can use data-driven solutions to make a positive impact on society.

Most data science courses are based in computer science or engineering departments - our degree is based in social sciences. That’s because we think it’s important to teach you not just the programming and analysis tools, but also how to use data-driven solutions responsibly and to the benefit of society.

Data science underpins all kinds of decision-making, so you could be studying data from a sports team to improve performance, using real-world data as part of the solution to climate change, or analysing business expenditure.

With opportunities to study abroad, work-based placements and developing your personal portfolio, you’ll be in a strong position for the future.
As an evolving discipline, data science skills and knowledge are in strong demand with employers across a number of sectors.

Weâ¿¿ve worked closely with employers and industry partners to develop our curriculum to provide you with the relevant skills and experience to develop your future career. Our course is designed to equip students with the capabilities to manage the complexities of data in organisations and to integrate the work of data scientists with those in more managerial or policy-making roles.

All students have the opportunity to take either a placement year or a year abroad in between Levels 2 and 3. Students can also opt for a work experience module in Level 3 to spend time developing real-world skills with a local partner organisation or business.

Our annual Data Science Industry Day gives you an opportunity to meet employers and to link your learning at university with real-life contexts and challenges.

Some examples of the areas you may choose to explore include:

- Sustainability and global development
- NGOs, charities and third sector organisations
- Media and social media
- Finance and business
- Retail and ecommerce
- Public sector, transport and health
- Sports analysis
- Academia and research