About the Courses
Top reasons to study with us
Master key data science skills – You’ll learn how to make sense of data using various machine learning algorithms and statistical techniques, and how to use top programming languages such as R and Python for a career in Data Science and Analytics
Boost your employability – You’ll have the opportunity to experience work-based learning including working for a year in industry, gaining skills that’ll give you an edge in the graduate market
Use state-of-the-art computing facilities – You’ll have access to 34 specialist labs, various Operating Systems (Windows 10, Unix, Linux and Mac OSX), Microsoft development software for free, and VR hardware available in our labs to develop with
Develop in-demand skills – Data analysis is a growing industry, with governments and businesses in need of profes
Top reasons to study with us
Master key data science skills – You’ll learn how to make sense of data using various machine learning algorithms and statistical techniques, and how to use top programming languages such as R and Python for a career in Data Science and Analytics
Boost your employability – You’ll have the opportunity to experience work-based learning including working for a year in industry, gaining skills that’ll give you an edge in the graduate market
Use state-of-the-art computing facilities – You’ll have access to 34 specialist labs, various Operating Systems (Windows 10, Unix, Linux and Mac OSX), Microsoft development software for free, and VR hardware available in our labs to develop with
Develop in-demand skills – Data analysis is a growing industry, with governments and businesses in need of professionals who can analyse data to support key decision-making
Learn the fundamentals – You'll graduate with knowledge of the fundamental principles and technologies that underpin maths, statistics and computing
You'll qualify for free British Computer Society (BCS) academic membership for the duration of your studies. The BCS supports those working in the IT industry and has a commitment to making IT good for society. The organisation has over 60,000 members in 150 countries, and a wider community of business leaders, educators, practitioners and policy-makers. Membership of the BCS will allow you to continue your professional development and enjoy a range of valuable networking opportunities.
Modules
Year 1
Subjects of study include:
Applied Mathematics
Database design and Implementation
Requirements Modelling
Software Development
Statistical Modelling and Analysis
Year 2
Subjects of study include:
Business Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science Project Lifecycle
Data Visualisation and Communication
Machine Learning and Data Mining
Algorithms: Theory, Design and Implementation
Database Systems
Information Technology Security
Object-oriented Programming
Placement Year
Our course gives you the opportunity to take a year in industry (work placement) after completing the second year of your study. This will help you gain work experience and increase your chances of employability after you graduate.
You'll be offered help and support to find and secure placement opportunities through various workshops and events organised by the Careers and Employability Service and the course team.
Typically, you'll be assigned into roles involving tasks related to data science and analytics.
Year 3
Subjects of study include:
Data Science and Analytics Final Project
Data Visualisation and Dashboarding
Operational Research and Optimisation
Applied AI
Big Data Analytics
Customer Relationship and Change Management (CRM & CM) with Business Intelligence
Digital Marketing, Social Media and Web Analytics
Information-Driven Entrepreneurship and Enterprise