Data Science (with an industrial placement)

University of Sussex
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Computer scienceMathematics and statistics

A-Level Entry

ABB

About this course

95% of our research overall in Mathematical Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)

Our society is built on data. There’s an increasing demand for people with skills in data analysis, programming and statistics. This course is for you if you want to become proficient in handling data, using computational and statistical methods to solve real-world data-intensive problems.

Sussex is home to Sussex Artificial Intelligence, one of our Centres of Excellence, and the Data-Intensive Science Centre (DISCUS). You’ll learn from experts:

  • our mathematicians’ research is making world-changing impact – from modelling and controlling infectious diseases, to predicting floods and the behaviour of queues and social networks

  • our computer scientists lead national and international research projects on machine learning, natural language processing and artificial intelligence.

    Your teaching is based on our leading research. During your studies, you’ll explore the relationship between modern data science and statistics. You’ll:

  • gain a thorough grounding in theories and techniques

  • develop critical knowledge in programming and statistics, as well as analytical and modelling skills

  • use industry-standard software such as Python and R

  • learn how to handle and analyse large sets of data

  • work with our researchers for your final-year project.

    An academic adviser will guide you throughout your degree. You’ll have opportunities to engage with potential employers and to apply for a placement to gain experience working in industry. When you graduate, you’ll have the skills, knowledge and confidence to progress into roles such as data analyst, data engineer, business data analyst, database administrator, data scientist and software engineer.

    Location

    Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

    About the University of Sussex

    Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades ABB
    Scottish Higher AABBB
    BTEC DDD

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2139 Information technology professionals
    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
    2141 Web design professionals
    3131 IT operations technicians

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Brighton
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Computer science, Mathematics and statistics

    Offered by

    University of Sussex

    Brighton

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