BSc (Hons) Data Science at Buckinghamshire New University

Programme overview

Do you want to learn how to work with data and use it to make decisions? Looking for a degree with opportunities to work on real-life scenarios, business challenges and career-relevant problems? BSc (Hons) Data Science teaches you the skills and knowledge to collect, store, analyse, and present data for different purposes and industries.

Faculty: Computing | Duration: Three or Four Years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The BSc (Hons) Data Science course teaches you how to work with data in a variety of different ways. You will learn how to collect, store, analyse, and present data for different purposes and industries. Core modules include Programming Concepts, Data Protection, Ethics, and Compliance, Computer Architecture, Data Warehousing, Computing Computational Fundamentals, Introduction to Data Analysis Methods, Data Essentials, Algorithms and Data Structures, Machine Learning, Using Programming to Achieve Mathematics, Information Security, Data Visualisation and Presentation, Big Data & AI, Statistical Methods. Optional modules include Advanced Programming, Advanced Data Technologies, Knowledge based Systems in Artificial Intelligence, Learning Machines and Intelligent Agents, Legal Aspects of IT, Data Science.

Career pathways

Employability is at the heart of this degree, with the curriculum strongly influenced by, and based upon, industry expectations of the skills, attributes and competencies needed for university graduates to pursue rewarding careers in different roles and sectors. Roles include Ecommerce, Finance, Government, Healthcare, Information technology, Scientific research, Financial Engineer, Business Analyst, Marketing Data Analyst, Asset Data Coordinator.

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Entry requirements

A typical offer will require a UCAS tariff score of: 88 - 112 (Full-time) or 32 - 56 (Foundation Year) UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application. A minimum of two full A-levels (or equivalent) is required. Every application is considered on an individual basis. Those with no previous study, work experience, or who do not meet the specified entry requirements, including demonstrating the necessary knowledge and understanding, are welcome to apply for the 3-year BSc (Hons) degree, however may be offered the four-year programme which includes a Foundation Year. UCAS code DSC1.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 15,910 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Three or Four Years

Apply through the official page: https://www.bucks.ac.uk/study/apply-direct

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