Data Science And Visualisation BSc (Hons)

From the very start of your degree, you’ll be learning by doing. Instead of just sitting in lectures, you’ll spend a lot of time in hands-on sessions, building practical skills with the same kind of tools and technologies used in industry. You’ll have access to large, modern computing labs with the latest software for data analysis, programming, and visualisation. On top of that, you’ll get to work in a cutting-edge immersive technologies lab for projects involving virtual and augmented reality, as well as a dedicated networking lab where you can explore how computer systems and communications really work—by experimenting with them yourself.

Facilities & Labs

• Computing labs packed with the newest data-science and visualisation software.

• Immersive technologies lab for creative VR and AR projects.

• Networking lab designed for real, hands-on exploration of network design and computer architecture.

Curriculum Highlights & Learning Tools

• A well-balanced mix of modules in programming, critical thinking, data handling, analysis, and visual communication.

• Research-led teaching, ensuring what you learn is always aligned with the latest industry trends and academic developments.

Real-World Applications & Experience

• The chance to take an optional placement year or an international experience year, giving you valuable exposure to industry and different cultures.

• Learning directly from active researchers in fields like visualization, graphics, and knowledge discovery—so you’re studying at the cutting edge of new ideas.

Soft Skills & Ethical Awareness

• Strong focus on teamwork, communication, self-management, and professional values—skills employers expect in today’s data-driven workplaces.

• Ethical, legal, and social responsibility in data use are built into the curriculum, so you’re prepared to handle real-world challenges responsibly.

Supportive Learning Environment

• Teaching is consistently rated highly, with students reporting excellent levels of satisfaction in areas like engagement, teaching clarity, academic support, and feedback—often close to 90–100%.

Graduates with this degree step into highly valued roles, such as data analyst, business intelligence specialist, financial analyst, or data support professional. The combination of technical expertise, analytical thinking, and data visualisation skills that this course provides makes you highly attractive to employers.

Progression & Future Opportunities:

University Services That Support Your Employability:

• You have the option to take a placement year or spend a year abroad, gaining hands-on experience and practical insights.

• Bangor’s Target Connect Team offers guidance to help you secure work experience, including placements, internships, or work shadowing—experiences that employers highly appreciate.

• The Bangor Employability Award helps you reflect on and showcase your extracurricular activities and placement experiences in applications, giving you a real advantage in the job market.

Employment Statistics & Typical Salaries:

• While specific data for this course is limited, for full-time Computing graduates at Bangor:

  • Around 15 months after graduation, the average salary is approximately £27,000, ranging from £20,000 to £30,000.

  • Five years post-graduation, the average earnings rise to about £32,000, with a range between £25,500 and £41,000.

• Impressively, 85% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months, and 70% hold highly skilled roles across IT, science, engineering, business services, and creative industries.

University–Industry Partnerships:

• Bangor’s computing programmes often include placement or internship opportunities with well-known organisations such as Santander Bank, Siemens Healthineers, Coutts, BBC Cymru, Zip World, and others.

• Many lecturers are practising professionals and active researchers, and final-year projects frequently involve local businesses, giving you experience that’s directly relevant to your career.

Accreditation & Long-Term Value:

• This degree is accredited by the BCS (The Chartered Institute for IT), meeting the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered IT Professional—a strong mark of credibility and long-term career value.

Graduation Outcomes:

• While specific data for the Data Science and Visualisation course is limited, broader computing results suggest graduates are well-prepared for meaningful and rewarding careers.

• The course also develops transferable skills such as teamwork, communication, independence, and self-management, all of which are essential for success in today’s knowledge-driven economy.