BSc (Hons) Data Science
Online
DURATION
36 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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TUITION FEES
GBP 1,734 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
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Introduction
Kickstart your career in the exciting and fast-moving field of data science with LIBF’s online BSc Data Science program. This bachelor’s degree has been designed by data science experts to equip you with the theoretical expertise and practical skills that are currently in high demand across several industries.
By studying this flexible, online degree course, you’ll develop specialist analytical and problem-solving skills, that can quickly be applied in real-world situations. As the world continues to progress towards increased digitalization, their BSc Data Science program can open a host of exciting new career paths worldwide.
Why LIBF?
Freedom: Online degrees at LIBF give you the freedom to study on a schedule that suits your individual needs. LIBF also offer part-time options at both undergraduate and postgraduate degree level.
Flexibility: LIBF offers payment options that give you the flexibility you need to stay in control of your finances – with the option to pay in monthly installments or annually, with fee reduction incentives.
Funding: LIBF offers a range of scholarships and bursaries, supporting both home and international students. After all, funding should never stop someone from getting an education.
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Curriculum
The full-time course length for LIBF’s bachelor’s degrees is three years. These are also available to study part-time over a period of four or six years.
When you enroll in a BSc (Hons) Data Science degree program with LIBF, you will learn the fundamentals of data science, including data wrangling and programming with Python. You will gain practical skills and knowledge in analyzing trends, identifying patterns, and making data-driven decisions that can increase profits for organizations worldwide. These skills will equip you to work as a data analyst, data scientist, or any other role that requires expertise in data science.
This program includes the following modules:
Year 1
- Introduction to Data Science
- Introduction to Programming with Python
- Mathematics: Analysis
- Statistics - Probability and Descriptive Statistics
- Object Oriented and Functional Programming with Python
- Data Quality and Data Wrangling
- Mathematics: Linear Algebra
- Statistics - Inferential Statistics
Year 2
- Introduction to Academic Work
- Database Modelling and Database Systems
- Explorative Data Analysis and Visualisation
- Data Science Software Engineering
- Machine Learning - Supervised Learning
- Machine Learning - Unsupervised Learning and Feature Engineering
- Elective A
- Elective A
Year 3
- Neural Nets and Deep Learning
- Seminar: Ethical Considerations in Data Science
- Elective B
- Elective B
- Elective C
- Elective C
- Undergraduate (bachelor) thesis
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Career Opportunities
LIBF’s data science online course will give you the technological edge and expertise you need to progress your career in different ways, including internationally.
When you study with LIBF, you'll examine the main theories, principles, and methods of data science and learn new data science tools and techniques to stay up to date with industry trends - giving you many more career options. Potential job roles after completing your data science bachelor's degree are:
Data Scientist opportunities
Your BSc (Hons) Data Science degree gives you the business intelligence and analytical expertise to:
- solve problems
- develop transformative tools
Provide valuable advice to elevate the financial success of global companies.
These skills are very much in demand. You can use your knowledge in various key business areas from analyzing big data and minimizing risk to making data-driven projections that create economic stability.
Data Engineer or Analyst opportunities
Your BSc (Hons) Data Science degree gives you the specialized skills to expertly analyze data and translate it into impactful actions. You can also use your knowledge to optimize systems and inform strategic decisions that support development. Your problem-solving prowess and advanced analytical understanding can help you excel in business areas such as creating robust data processes and developing infrastructure to increase operational efficiency.
Business Intelligence Analyst opportunities
As a Business Intelligence Analyst, you'll analyze complex data sets, identifying trends and patterns to provide actionable insights for stakeholders. You'll create and maintain data models and reporting systems, supporting strategic decision-making. Your specialized data analysis and problem-solving skills will be crucial in developing robust processes and infrastructure to enhance operational efficiency.