BSc Data Science with Year of Professional Experience at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

Degree giving a deep, up-to-date education in data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence, preparing graduates for data engineering, data analysis and data architect roles (including managerial positions) or for further research. Includes a year of professional experience in data analytics with a partner company.

Department: Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science | Duration: 4 years full-time including a year of professional experience | Intake: Entry year 2027/28 | Study mode: full-time (with placement/industry year) | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Fundamental principles of artificial intelligence, data science and machine learning, advanced theory and practice of data analytics, and practical skills in tools and methods for commercial and research contexts, with exposure to current technologies such as Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing and Trustworthy AI. Computer Science teaching is in the Computer Science Building on the Malone Road.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates for careers as data scientists or professional developers skilled in data science, in data engineering, data analysis and data architecture, or for research and innovation careers. Employers such as Civica and Sensata Technologies sponsor students, and Kainos and Liberty IT sit on the employer liaison panel.

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Entry requirements

A-level: A in Mathematics + AB including at least one of Computing/Software Systems Development (not both), Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Digital Technology, Technology and Design, Electronics, Further Mathematics or Double Award Life & Health Sciences; or A* in Mathematics + BB including at least one of those subjects. A maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award is accepted (Distinction* = A, Distinction = B). Irish Leaving Certificate: H2H3H3H3H3H3 including H2 in Mathematics and H3 in at least one of Computing, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. IB Diploma: 34 points including 6 in Mathematics at Higher Level plus 6,5 including at least one of Computer Science, Physics, Biology or Chemistry at Higher Level (Standard Level grade 4 in English accepted if not offered at Higher Level/GCSE). All applicants need GCSE English Language grade C/4 or equivalent. Typically five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English Language and Mathematics. Applications are made through UCAS and decided centrally by the Admissions and Access Service; applicants are not normally asked to attend interview.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,985 a year (2026/27). NI/ROI residency, full-time undergraduate tuition; 2026/27 rate Source

International applicants: GBP 28,500 a year. International fee (EU Other students are charged the same); year not stated on the page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time including a year of professional experience

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