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BSc (Hons) Data Science with Artificial Intelligence at Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Data Science is a new, exciting area that has emerged in the last few years. The BSc (Hons) Data Science with Artificial Intelligence degree at Robert Gordon University has been designed to provide you with the practical computing skills that you'll need to be part of our exciting data-driven future. You will learn about how to store and manage different types of data, how to draw insights from data using a range of techniques including Machine Learning, and how to present insights to your target audience with data visualisation tools.

Faculty: School of Computing, Engineering and Technology  |  Duration: 4 years full-time; 4 years + 1 year placement full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will take part in a common Foundation Year with the rest of the School of Computing, which will introduce you to fundamental Data Science topics including programming, problem solving, databases and data analysis. You’ll be introduced to Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, and look at their impact on society. You will expand the knowledge you gained in the first year, studying more advanced methods for managing data and analysing it.

Career pathways

The course prepares you for a career in Data Science. Job openings include: Data Scientist,, Data Engineer,, Data Visualisation Specialist,, Data Manager,, Database Designer/Manager,, Data Mining Expert,.

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Entry requirements

Year 1 entry QS/SQA Higher: BBCC and two further passes to include English and Maths at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher. GCE A Level Year 1 entry : CCC and two further passes to include English and Maths at GCSE grade 5 if not held at A Level. Irish Leaving Certificate: H3H3H3H3 and two further passes to include English and Maths at grade O3 or above if not held at Higher. IB Diploma: 26 to include a pass in Standard Level English and Maths at grade 4 or above if not held at Higher Level. Year 2 entry QS/SQA Advanced Higher: CC at Advanced Higher plus CC at Higher (4 subjects), one of which must be Computing or another numerate subject. English and Maths at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher. GCE A Level: BBC to include Computing or another numerate subject at Higher. GCSE English at grade 5 or above is required if not held at A Level. Minimum Entry Requirements Year 1 entry The minimum entry requirements for widening access applicants are: QS/SQA Higher: CCCC and two further passes to include English and Maths at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher. Alternative Qualifications We welcome applications from those with equivalent qualifications to those stated, including SVQs/NVQs, access programmes, Foundation Apprenticeships and overseas qualifications. Applications from students with non-standard qualifications or work experience will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent. UCAS code: G510.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/2027). Scottish students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

International applicants: GBP 18,940 a year (2026/2027). International students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 4 years full-time; 4 years + 1 year placement full-time

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