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DipHE Data Science

University of Salford

Institution
University of Salford
Level
undergraduate
Subject
DipHE Data Science
Duration
2 years
UCAS code
GG10

Entry requirements

GCSE: In addition to the following Level 3 requirements, you must have evidence of Level 2 GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. UCAS tariff: 64 UCAS points. A level: Two full A-level equivalent, including grade C in Computer Science, Maths or Statistics. BTEC: MPP from BTEC in Computing, IT-related subject or Applied Science. Engineering or science subjects may be considered. Access to HE: 64 UCAS points from a QAA-approved course in Computing or Mathematics. T level: Grade P (D/E) or above in Digital Business Services, Digital Production, or Design and Development. Must have passed all components.

About this course

DipHE in Web Development and Security and Creative Computing. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Ethics & Professional Practice. This programme holds HTQ approval and graduates may progress to a BSc (Hons) Data Science Top Up.

Modules

  • Introduction to Data Analysis with Python
  • Databases
  • Probability and Statistics
  • Data Visualisation
  • Applied Machine Learning
  • Introduction to Business Intelligence
  • Artificial Intelligence & Deep Learning
  • Professional Practices
  • Big Data Analytics
  • Text Mining and Natural Language Processing
  • Data Science Project
  • Digital Leadership & Management