BSc Data Science
Entry requirements
GCSE: Mathematics and English C/4 or above is required. A level: 112 points to preferably include a relevant technical subject such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Technology or Physics. BTEC: DMM preferably studying a technical subject such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Technology or Physics. Access course: Pass Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject (Computing, IT, Science, Engineering) with at least 33 Level 3 credits at Merit/Distinction. International Baccalaureate: 28 overall preferably studying a technical subject such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Technology or Physics. T levels: Merit to Distinction depending on the Mathematics units studying within the T level pathways.
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Mathematics and Statistics and Computer Science. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Financial Analysis, and Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. The course includes a final-year Data Science Project and an optional year-long work placement with providers including Apple, Red Bull Racing, and Schneider Electric.
Modules
- Data Science Placement
- Software Engineering 1
- Algorithms, Data Structures and Mathematics
- Calculus
- Linear Algebra
- Numerical Methods
- Fundamentals of Data Science
- Stage 1 Data Science Placement Preparation
- Stage 2 Data Science Placement Preparation
- Information Management & Retrieval
- Artificial Intelligence
- Software Development Tools and Practices
- Operational Research
- Data Modelling
- Contemporary Topics in Data Science
- Modelling and Numerical Simulation
- Data Science Project
- Health Data Science
- Financial Modelling
- Machine Learning
- Big Data Analytics
- Optimisation, Networks and Graphs