Statistical Data Science

Heriot-Watt University

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Mathematics and statistics

Statistical Data Science BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Heriot-Watt University, based in Edinburgh, taught full-time over 4 years. 89% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £33,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is AAB - AAA.

A-Level Entry

AAB - AAA

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

88.9%

NSS · Office for Students

Avg. Graduate Salary

£33,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Statistical data science is at the core of modern data analytics that turn data into intelligence to inform decision-making and solve challenging problems. Applications range from economics and medicine, to social and environmental sciences. This degree covers theoretical and applied elements of modern statistics, and provides training and practical experience in modelling, analysing and interpreting real data required in the economy, industry and research. The early years of the degree cover basic mathematics, probability and statistics. The final years focus on advanced specialist topics in statistical modelling, data science, machine learning, probability and stochastic processes.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades AAB - AAA
Scottish Higher AAAB
Scottish Advanced Higher AAB
BTEC DDD

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Edinburgh
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Mathematics and statistics
Avg. Graduate Salary
£33,000