BSc Data Science with a Year in Industry

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Bristol

Program Overview

Join a University ranked in the UK top five for Maths research (THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning (UK top ten for Maths, QS World University Rankings by subject 2023). Data science combines mathematical, statistical and computational approaches to enable knowledge discovery from data. This exciting emerging discipline has a profound impact on society, and career prospects in this field are very strong.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Industry Placement (Year in Industry): A full year working with a company, gaining real-world experience in data science applications such as machine learning, big data analytics, and AI-driven decision-making.

  • Research Projects: Final-year independent project focusing on real-world datasets and industry-relevant problems.

  • Group Projects: Collaborative work on data-driven solutions using Python, R, SQL, and cloud-based tools.

  • Hackathons & Competitions: Participation in university and external data science competitions to develop problem-solving and analytical skills.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Further Study & Specialization:
  • Master’s Degrees: MSc in Data Science, AI, Business Analytics, or Cybersecurity.

  • PhD Research: Specialization in deep learning, data ethics, or big data systems.

  • Professional Certifications: Credentials in cloud computing (AWS, Azure), machine learning (TensorFlow, PyTorch), and business intelligence (Power BI, Tableau)

Industry Connections & Employability:
  • Direct work experience makes graduates highly competitive in the job market.

  • Strong industry links with companies such as Google, Microsoft, and leading financial firms.

  • Demand for data professionals is growing across sectors like finance, healthcare, and tech startups.

Program Key Stats

£30,400
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


59 %
Yes

Eligibility Criteria

A*AA
3.2
38
90

650
28
6.5
NA

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Data Scientist
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • AI Researcher
  • Data Engineer
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Quantitative Analyst
  • NLP Engineer
  • Computer Vision Engineer
  • Data Analyst
  • Research Scientist

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