
Data Science BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Data Science BSc (Hons)
A Brighton Data Science BSc prepares you for careers in areas such as AI and machine learning, data analytics, business intelligence, healthcare informatics, financial modelling and software engineering.
This course gives you loads of real-world learning opportunities to prepare you for employment. You’ll work on industry projects using real-life datasets and there are opportunities for paid internships and a paid placement after year two. You can also earn a globally recognised SAS qualification alongside your degree. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go fu...
A Brighton Data Science BSc prepares you for careers in areas such as AI and machine learning, data analytics, business intelligence, healthcare informatics, financial modelling and software engineering. <br/><br/>This course gives you loads of real-world learning opportunities to prepare you for employment. You’ll work on industry projects using real-life datasets and there are opportunities for paid internships and a paid placement after year two. You can also earn a globally recognised SAS qualification alongside your degree. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best. <br/><br/>Brighton graduates go on to work for tech companies, financial institutions, healthcare providers, government departments and research organisations. <br/><br/><strong>Top reasons to choose this course</strong><br/>• Explore advanced topics in AI such as logic, natural language processing (NLP) and speech and image recognition. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Master core tools like SQL, SAS and R statistical software which are widely used in medical and pharmaceutical companies, banking and government, and Python for programming, software development and machine learning. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Work towards an additional globally recognised SAS qualification to add further value to your CV. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Work with real data across topics like social justice, sustainability and public health. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Collaborate on projects with companies such as Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS), Brighton and Hove Buses, Southern Water and EDF Energy. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year and industry-linked projects embedded throughout the course. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop career-ready skills with insights from leading experts in statistics and analytics from the SAS Institute. <br/><br/><br/><br/>- 100% of our research impact in computer science and informatics is rated ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ for reach and significance – Research Excellence Framework 2021. <br/><br/><br/><strong>Why Brighton is a great place to study Data Science</strong><br/>Less than an hour from central London, Brighton & Hove is a fast-growing tech hub with numerous opportunities to connect to employers and like-minded people through local events, placements and meet-ups close to campus. <br/><br/>Named as one of the best cities on the planet and the third best city in the UK by Time Out, Brighton & Hove has a digital economy worth over £1 billion a year.
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Brighton
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
G200
Institution Code
B72
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Access to HE Diploma
M:24
Pass with 60 credits overall. Level 3 units in mathematics, programming, or statistics preferred. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 24 credits at merit or above.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
A level
T Level
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Fees and funding
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 | £17,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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