Data Science (including a Foundation Year)

As data science continues to revolutionise industries, the demand for skilled graduates is soaring. Our Data Science degree ensures you're not just up-to-date with these advancements but ahead of the curve. The course aims to equip you with cutting-edge skills in R, Python, SQL, and Power BI, essential for analysing and modelling data effectively, efficiently, and ethically.

You’ll learn to harness these technologies to drive innovative and informed decisions across diverse sectors, including business, finance, politics, and healthcare. Develop your proficiency in analytical languages and visualisation tools to transform complex data into actionable insights and business plans that are accessible to both management and non-specialists.

Opting for a degree with a Placement Year provides you with the invaluable opportunity to undertake a professional placement at the end of your second year. This immersive experience allows you to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world setting, gain practical insights into the workplace, and build essential connections for your future career.

By integrating hands-on experience with your studies, you’ll enhance your skills, broaden your professional network, and increase your employability, setting you up for success in the competitive data science field.

Foundation Year courses have been designed for students who do not have the necessary academic qualifications needed to enter directly into the first year of a degree but who have the ability and commitment to do so. Once the Foundation Year has been completed successfully, you can then go on to complete your degree.

The University of Chester offers courses that go beyond lectures in a city perfect for students.

At Chester, your learning goes beyond lectures. Their distinctive academic experience combines expert teaching with real-world opportunities to help you develop practical, career-ready skills. You’ll learn through the Chester Future Skills framework, designed to build the attributes employers value most – from adaptability and creativity to digital confidence.

Furthermore, Chester offers the perfect backdrop for your university experience, as a safe yet vibrant city with ‘Purple Flag’ status. There’s everything students need close at hand, from riverside walks and city-wide events to a unique nightlife and independent cafés. You’ll find a welcoming community and an unbeatable quality of life.

Explore your possibilities in Clearing at Chester.