Data Science (including a Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
University of Chester
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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As data science continues to revolutionise industries, the demand for skilled graduates is soaring. Our Data Science degree ensures youre 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 ...Read more

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.

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WUSCA ranking:
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2/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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91st
CUG Ranking
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56th
What students say
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Sangeetha
23 Nov 23

I have got a very good experience here in..Read more

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Sangeetha Das
05 Nov 23

I have had the best experience in the university so far. The faculties and the support staffs are so friendly and supportive. The campus is also very beautiful and overall its the..Read more

Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

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Scottish Higher:

CCCC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

72 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H4,H4,H4,H5,H5 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

MPP - MMP Grades / Points required

T Level:

P Grades / Points required

72 UCAS points from GCE A Levels

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GCSE Grade C or 4 in Maths is also required.

Access Diploma - Pass overall

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T Level with a Pass grade and D or E on the core

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£9,250 per year

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Sangeetha
23 Nov 23
I have got a very good experience here in...
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Sangeetha Das
05 Nov 23
I have had the best experience in the university so far. The faculties and the support staffs are so friendly and supportive. The campus is also very beautiful and overall its the...
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University of Chester
University of Chester , Chester

Once a teacher training college founded in 1839, the University of Chester has evolved into a 21st century university that opens doors...

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University of Chester
Parkgate Road Chester Cheshire CH1 4BJ United Kingdom
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