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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: I246
Data Science (including a Foundation Year)
University of ChesterChester, England
4 yearsDuration
£14,950Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
78%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Data Science (including a Foundation Year) at University of Chester is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Chester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. As data science continues to revolutionise industries, the demand for skilled graduates is soaring. Our Data Science degree ensures you're not just up-to-date with these advancements but ahead of the curve. The course aims to equip you with cutting-edge skills in R, Python, SQL, and Power BI, essential for analysing and modelling data effectively, efficiently, and ethically. International tuition fees are £14,950 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £23,000 within three years, a 80% continuation rate, and 81% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Foundation Mathematics
Foundation Computer Science
Data Analysis Fundamentals
Programming with Python
Statistical Methods and Inference
Database Design and SQL
Data Visualisation and Business Intelligence
Machine Learning and Predictive Modelling
UCAS Code:I246
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 72 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£14,950
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£59,800
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Chester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,000 | £28,000 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £19,000 | £23,000 | £30,000 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £27,500 | £39,500 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 15% below UK average salary
This course
£23,000
UK average
£27,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£27,500
UK average
£27,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH11-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
79%Working
2%Studying
6%Work & Study
2%Seeking Work
92%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject area averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
82%
Overall
Teaching on my course
78%Learning opportunities
84%Assessment and feedback
83%Academic support
90%Organisation and management
76%Learning resources
89%Student voice
75%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
83%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: Subject-group average for this provider
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About University of Chester
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