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UK, Wales
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1872
Total Students: 8,000 +
Main Campus Address
Penglais, Aberystwyth SY23 3FL, United Kingdom
The BSc Data Science with integrated year in industry degree at Aberystwyth University combines mathematical, statistical, and computational approaches to equip you with the essential skills you will need to make sense of vast amounts of data and forge a successful career in this arena.
Data science is entrenched in many aspects of modern society, and as the world generates increasing amounts of information about scientific research or our online shopping habits and social media usage, there is a rapidly growing global demand for people who can analyse and interpret such ‘Big’ Data. Data science is a stimulating area of study with strong employability prospects in a field which is currently experiencing a shortage of suitably qualified graduates.
Experts from our Departments of Mathematics and Computer Science will train you in programming and database design, data modelling, probability and estimation, statistical techniques and methods for testing software systems. A wide range of optional modules throughout the course enables you to focus your interests in particular areas or maintain a breadth of study. On graduation you will be well-positioned for a career in a range of industries which demand quantitative analysis or to pursue further study.
This four-year course includes an integrated year in industry, enabling you to gain the valuable experience that employers look for, giving you a head-start in the competitive job market on graduation.
Why study Data Science at Aberystwyth?
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
21 Days
Full-Time
48 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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oct 2023 | Closed | |
sep 2024 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Career
There is a shortage of skilled Data Scientists, which means that graduates in this area are in demand! One study estimates that around 200,000 Data Scientists will be needed in the future.
Forbes Magazine labelled Data Scientist as “the sexiest job of the 21st century.”
The role of Data Scientist is finding and interpreting patterns in big data, and needs an excellent understanding of statistics and good computing skills.
There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.
Program Level: 3-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 36 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 16,300
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE
Work Permit:
Program Level: Master's Degree
Duration: 12 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 16,700
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE
Work Permit:
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