BSc (Hons) Data Science (with a year in industry)

The BSc Data Science with Industry course offered by the University of York is a highly intensive program aiming to equip students with all the expertise needed to excel in a career in data science or continue on to postgraduate study. Integrating computing, statistics, and the management of data, the course provides a strong foundation in the essential skills and knowledge required in data science, including programming, statistical analysis, data mining, and machine learning.Course Content: The course is designed with a practical, hands-on approach, and students will gain experience with real-world data science problems, using industry-standard tools and techniques. The programme is structured as a series of taught modules, each representing a particular topic or set of techniques. A unique aspect of this course is the industrial placement year, where students will have the chance to apply what they've learned by working in a real-world data science setting.Key Modules: Unsolved mathematical problems, Cybersecurity, Machine learning, Professional and research themes, Frontiers of computer science, Data mining, Software engineering, Database principles, and Artificial intelligence.Accreditations: The course is accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.Future Careers: The course aims to prepare students for a wide range of career options, from commercial roles to research-based positions. These jobs might include roles in business intelligence, analytics, data engineering, or data analysis. Graduates can also be well prepared to continue their studies in data science or a related field at the postgraduate level.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.