BSc Data Science at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

On this degree you'll develop ethical data-driven solutions which have a positive impact on organisations and society. Taught by active researchers and developed with industry experts, you'll learn the technical and analytical competencies necessary to become a responsible data scientist.

Department: School of Information, Journalism and Communication | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Sample modules by year. Final year: Data Science Portfolio, Building AI Applications, Becoming a Data Translator, Data Science and AI in Practice.

Career pathways

As an evolving discipline, data science skills and knowledge are in strong demand with employers across a number of sectors. We've worked closely with employers and industry partners to develop our curriculum to provide you with the relevant skills and experience to develop your future career. Our course is designed to equip students with the capabilities to manage the complexities of data in organisations and to integrate the work of data scientists with those in more managerial or policy-making roles. All students have the opportunity to take either a placement year or a year abroad in between Levels 2 and 3.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Standard offer for 2027 entry. A Levels: AAB. A Levels + a fourth Level 3 qualification: ABB + A in a relevant EPQ. International Baccalaureate: 34; 33, with A in a science-based extended essay. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD. BTEC Diploma: DD + A at A Level. T Level: Distinction in the Digital Business Services T Level, including grade A in the core component. Scottish Highers: AAAAB. Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels: B + AA. Access to HE Diploma: The award of the Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction and 9 at Merit. Other requirements: GCSE Maths grade 6/B. English language: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C, or IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component, or an alternative acceptable English language qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard annual undergraduate tuition fee for new home students; reduced for year abroad/placement years. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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