BSc (Hons) Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at University of Portsmouth

Learn the technical and analytical skills to make sense of the vast amounts of data available to organisations on this degree course. You'll develop a deep understanding of modern big data, machine learning and data mining methods, preparing you for key roles such as data analyst, data scientist, systems developer and systems analyst. Our foundation course in Engineering and Technology with Foundation Year is designed to develop the vital underpinning skills in maths, science and technology needed for studying at degree level.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich with work placement  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. Modules include Computer Systems; Computing Foundations with Cyber Security; Data Engineering and AI; Programming; Applied AI and Machine Learning; Big Data; Data Structures and Algorithms; Software Engineering Theory and Practice; Database Principles; 3D Computer Graphics and Animation.

Career pathways

Data scientist was identified as the 7th top emerging job role in the UK in LinkedIn's emerging jobs report 2020 and The Royal Society revealed a 231% growth in demand for data scientists and engineers between 2014 and 2019. The Government have also reported that UK companies are recruiting for 178,000 to 234,000 roles that require 'hard' data skills, including data ethics, programming, database management, data processing and visualisation.

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