Data Science with a Year in Industry

Data Science
Data science combines powerful computing technology, sophisticated statistical methods, and expert subject knowledge to analyse and gain practical insights from huge amounts of data produced by modern societies.

Our specialist BSc Data Science programme combines the expertise of internationally renowned statisticians and mathematicians from the School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science and computer scientists and machine learners from the School of Computing to ensure that you develop the expertise and quantitative skills required for a successful future career in the field.

You spend a year in industry between your second and final year, giving you invaluable work experience. You earn a salary and there may be the possibility of a job with the same company after graduation.

Your Future
You graduate with a solid grounding in the fundamentals of data science and a range of professional skills, including:
- programming


- modelling


- design


To help you appeal to employers, you also learn key transferable skills that are essential for all graduates. These include the ability to:
- think critically


- communicate your ideas and opinions


- analyse situations and troubleshoot problems


- work independently or as part of a team


You can also gain extra skills by signing up for one of our Kent Extra activities, such as learning a language or volunteering.

An industrial placement can greatly enhance your studies and have a dramatic impact on your graduate choices.

Location
Our city, your time.
It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.
We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!

Get Your Kent Start at the University of Kent. Prepare to be career-ready, with guaranteed internships with every course, as well as support that’s readily available from day one. Join our vibrant and caring community and enjoy our stunning campus spaces.

Our Canterbury site includes on-campus nightclubs, bars, restaurants, high-end sports facilities and even a student cinema! You can enjoy your lunch on Kent's green campus, visit historical sights nearby in Canterbury or Rochester, or head to the beach. You're also just a short bus journey from scenic beaches, and a train ride from Central London!

Kent offers a range choice of accommodation options to suit all budgets. You’ll be supported with discounts on transport, meals and other cost-of-living initiatives. All first-year students also get free gym and sports memberships!

Interested? Why not come and see Kent for yourself on a Clearing campus tour.

Apply to Kent this Clearing and start building your future.