**Global businesses are constantly advancing information technology to achieve their goals. This integrated master’s course equips you with technical and operational skills, preparing you for cutting-edge roles across diverse business contexts**
**Why study MSci Computer Science (Data Science) at BU?**
- Master advanced data science skills: Seamlessly build upon your BSc Business Computing with Analytics knowledge and combine data and business expertises to address real-world challenges in a focused 120-credit program.
- Gain hands-on technical e...
**Global businesses are constantly advancing information technology to achieve their goals. This integrated master’s course equips you with technical and operational skills, preparing you for cutting-edge roles across diverse business contexts**<br/><br/>**Why study MSci Computer Science (Data Science) at BU?**<br/><br/><br/>- Master advanced data science skills: Seamlessly build upon your BSc Business Computing with Analytics knowledge and combine data and business expertises to address real-world challenges in a focused 120-credit program.<br/><br/><br/>- Gain hands-on technical expertise: Learn in state-of-the-art labs equipped with enterprise-grade hardware and virtualization-ready infrastructure, mirroring professional environments for practical experience.<br/><br/><br/>- Tailor your degree: Choose specialist units such as machine learning and efficient and edge AI to align with your career goals and gain practical experience.<br/><br/><br/>- Enhance your employability: Gain valuable work experience and industry insights through a team-based Masters project without a traditional dissertation, collaborating with BU staff and global experts from academia and industry.<br/><br/><br/>- Access diverse career opportunities: Collaborate on industry and research projects with BU staff and global experts, preparing for roles that drive innovation and transform business processes.<br/><br/><br/>- Achieve excellent graduate outcomes: Our graduates secure roles from IT consultant to data scientist or AI solutions architect, demonstrating the value of an integrated, applied Masters degree with a streamlined 120-credit structure.<br/>
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
I232
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1
104
120
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent.
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades
An overall score of 28 - 31 points.
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent.
M
120 UCAS tariff points
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £19,700 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |