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Overview
Become a data science expert and discover exciting career opportunities
If you’re inquisitive, enjoy solving complex problems and presenting stories through data in a meaningful way, then our data science degree might be for you.
Data science has grown exponentially over the last decade, playing an important role in industry and government. As a result, data scientists have growing influence and power, as decisions taken using data affect individuals and communities around the world in more ways than ever before.
Our data science degree is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in this fast-growing field. Through a blend of theoretical foundations and practical skills, our program equips you with the knowledge and expertise you need to succeed in today’s rapidly changing data science landscape.
Study a wide range of specialist areas, including:
- Algorithms and data structures
- Computer Systems
- Mathematical principles
- Programming languages and software development
- Interpreting Data
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Apply your learning to practical projects
Throughout your degree, you will use your newly-acquired skills and knowledge to inform your work on various practical projects, which prepare you for your future career within a professional context.
Learn from our team of computer science experts
Our team of dedicated, highly-qualified computing science experts are here to help support you throughout your studies, as they get to know you and your needs to help ensure you can thrive.
Gain vital industry experience with work placement opportunities
We can support you in finding and applying for a suitable year-long work placement for between your second and third years of study, which gives you the opportunity to put your studies in practice, improve you CV, and develop your professional network ahead of your career within the industry.
Prepare for your future career
In our highly-digital age, most industries rely on computer systems and developments, which means graduates with knowledge of these areas are in high demand.
We help prepare you for your future career with providing you with the knowledge and skills needed by employers to help you stand out and allow you to thrive within a professional space.
On this course you will:
- Engage in a practical, applied approach to learning data science
- Apply your learning through practical projects related to industry needs
- Have the opportunity to undertake a valuable work placement
- Learn from our team of expert and experienced teaching staff.
- Gain the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career after you graduate.
Apprenticeship Route
If you are looking to study for a BSc Data Science degree whilst in employment, you may be interested in our Data Scientist Degree Apprenticeship route.
On the apprenticeship programme, you will be employed in a full-time or part-time role with your employer and study in partnership with the University of Chichester. You will attend University part-time, as well as studying independently outside of your work hours.
To apply for this degree apprenticeship you will need to apply directly to an employer and not directly to the University.
The Course
Our curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including programming languages, data structures, algorithms, cyber security, artificial intelligence, data analytics, software engineering, and computer architecture.
You will also have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through capstone projects with real-world applications and take an optional placement in your sandwich year.
Our approach to teaching and assessment also ensure that you develop those additional skills valued by employers, such as project management, team work, communications and self-awareness.
Year One
Your first year introduces you to the fundamentals of computer science, as you begin to explore aspects of algorithms, data structures, programming, and mathematics.
Year Two
In your second year, you will focus on more specialist aspects of computer science such as cyber security and mathematical modelling.
You will also explore the applications of your learning with professional and business contexts, with modules that focus on developing systems for clients, professional practice, and project management.
Year Three
Your third year sees you work towards a final project that acts as a culmination of all your learning throughout your studies.
In addition, you will study more advanced computer science principles such as artificial intelligence, cyber-physical systems, and creative computing.
Modules
This module list is indicative and subject to change.
Year 1
- Programming for Problem Solving
- Algorithms and Data Structures
- Introduction to Programming
- Computer Systems
- Data Analysis and Management
- Algebra and Discrete Mathematics 1
Year Two
- Group Project
- Professional Practice
- Programming Language Concepts
- Computer Systems Security
- Interpreting Data
- Algebra and Discrete Mathematics 2
Year Three
- Future Computing
- Data Analytics and Visualisation
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Statistical Data Science
- Individual Project
Teaching and Assessment
Feel the support of our expert and experienced staff
Teaching
Your teaching will take the form of scheduled classes such as workshops, lecture, and seminars, as well as spend some time studying independently outside.
As well as working independently, you will have some projects and seminars in groups where you will develop your communication and teamwork skills and create work with other students.
Smaller class sizes to help your development
Our commitment to smaller class sizes allows you to feel more confident to discuss your ideas in a supportive environment and allows your tutors get to know you and how best to aid your development.
Assessment
You will be assessed through a range of assignments that could include:
- Coursework
- Project work
- Written exams
Facilities
Learn in our state-of-the-art Tech Park
Bognor Regis campus
Our Bognor Regis campus boasts our £35m Tech Park, beautiful Georgian architecture and is within walking distance of the sea.
Expert staff
Our industry-experienced staff get to know you and your learning needs to help you thrive.
Computing labs
You will be surrounded by latest equipment and technology, with access to labs with Macs, PCs and LCD screens.
Learning Resource Centre
TThe Learning Resource Centre (LRC) contains the library, a café, IT/teaching rooms, and the Support and Information Zone (SIZ).
Library
Our campus library holds more than 200,000 books and over 500,000 eBooks.
Work Placements
Prepare for your career with practical placements
You can apply for a year long industrial placement during your degree.
As well as giving you an opportunity to put your studies into practice and use the skills you develop on your course, undertaking a placement helps to improve your CV and shows employers that you have already completed work in industry when you graduate.
Placements years usually take place between your second and third years of study. You will spend 1 year working with a company in industry before returning to the University to complete your final year. This effectively extends your studies by one year.
The placement will be a paid position, with pay at or above the National Minimum Wage.
Placement years are competitive. We will support you in finding and applying for a suitable placement, but we are unable to guarantee placement years.
Careers
Discover what you can do after you graduate
Discover what you can do after you graduate
A data science degree can take you into specialist jobs such as :
• Data Scientist
• Informatics
• Data Engineer
Our approach ensures that you develop the additional skills that are highly valued by a wide range of employers across many industries, such as project management, team work, communications, and autonomy.
Further studies
You could decide to continue your studies to postgraduate level.
Our postgraduate degrees include:
- MSc Digital Marketing
- MSc Computer Science
- MBA
- PGCE
- PhD/MPhil Research
Course Costs
Course Fees 2025/26
UK fee
International fee
For further details about fees, please see our Tuition Fee page.
For further details about international scholarships, please see our Scholarships page.
To find out about any additional costs on this course, please see our Additional Costs page.
Entry Requirements
Typical offer:
UCAS
A levels
BTEC
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate
IELTS
Contextual offers
We believe everyone deserves an equal opportunity to pursue higher education, regardless of their background.
When we receive your application we consider your personal circumstances and the factors surrounding your achievements to see if you are eligible for a contextual offer. This is an offer with a reduced entry tariff – typically the equivalent of 16 fewer UCAS points (two A-level grades).
Find out more about our contextual offers.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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