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BSc Data Science

Northumbria University

Institution
Northumbria University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Data Science BSc (Hons)
Duration
3-4 years
UCAS code
G415
Typical offer
A-level CA, UCAS 96-112

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff: 96 to 112 Tariff Points Subject requirements: There are no specific subject requirements for this course.

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Computer Science, focusing on technical principles and modern applications. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Project Management, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, Entrepreneurship, Human Behaviour, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can choose to undertake a professional placement year or study abroad as part of the four-year course duration.

Modules

  • AI Fundamentals
  • Computational Thinking
  • Computers & Society
  • Computing Fundamentals
  • Data Fundamentals
  • Programming
  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
  • Algorithms and Data Structures
  • Software Architecture
  • Computer Vision
  • Computing Consultancy Project
  • Data Visualization
  • Digital Forensics Incident Response
  • Human-Centered AI
  • IT Service Management
  • Mobile & Web App Development
  • Data Mining and AI Methods
  • Indie Games Studio
  • Contemporary Issues in Computing and Digital Technologies
  • Developing Digital and Professional Competence
  • London Campus UG Internship
  • London Campus Undergraduate Professional Practice
  • London Campus UG Group Consultancy Project
  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
  • Work placement year
  • Study abroad year
  • Big Data
  • Business Intelligence
  • Computing Project
  • Computing Group Project
  • Data Analytics
  • Data Security and Governance
  • Contemporary Methods of Software Development
  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University