Data Science BSc (Hons)

**Data scientists extract valuable insights from big sets of data across many different industries, helping organisations to make informed decisions and gain a competitive advantage.**<br/><br/>Our Data Science degree will equip you with the statistical and computer science skills you need for a career in this innovative, growing industry. You’ll learn statistics, machine learning, computing, databases and maths and develop technical expertise using specialist software. Individual projects, teamwork and communicating your ideas help you gain professional skills important in the workplace.<br/><br/>**TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE**<br/><br/><br/>- Developed with industry partners with your career in mind.<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunity to take the SAS programming certification exam, highly sought after by employers.<br/><br/><br/>- Option of a paid placement year to build your confidence and gain valuable work and networking experience. Summer internships are also available.<br/><br/><br/>- Specialist software used in industry including SAS, R, SGL, Python and platforms such as AWS.<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunity to work with industry partners on your final year project.<br/><br/><br/>- Staff are active researchers, bringing opportunities to get involved in research projects.<br/><br/><br/>- Based in one of the most important cities in the UK for digital technology businesses offering networking and career opportunities.<br/>