Data Science

University of Plymouth

Data Science graduates are in growing demand across a wide range of sectors, including health, finance, business, public services, maritime, marine and environmental science. This degree provides graduates with industry-relevant knowledge and practical skills in data science. You will gain competence across a broad range of key areas, including programming, data curation and processing, data privacy and ethics, data management, visualisation, analytics, and modelling.

Hands-on, industry-linked learning from day one – with practical modules, expert support, and a final showcase project aligned to global topics like AI and renewables.

Employers shape the curriculum, attend showcases, offer placements and guide career prep. Past placements include Apple, Red Bull Racing and Schneider Electric.

Access specialist computer laboratories tailored for data science, software engineering and AI experimentation and high-performing computing resources.

- you're interested in using data to solve real-world problems - you like to learn through experience, using cutting-edge tools in programming and big data - you have an analytical, problem-solving mindset - you are keen to boost your career prospects.