Course summary

On this degree you'll develop ethical data-driven solutions which have a positive impact on organisations and society. Taught by active researchers and developed with industry experts, you'll learn the technical and analytical competencies necessary to become a responsible data scientist. Taught by active researchers and developed with industry experts, prepare for a career where you can use data-driven solutions to make a positive impact on society. Most data science courses are based in computer science or engineering departments - our degree is based in social sciences. That’s because we think it’s important to teach you not just the programming and analysis tools, but also how to use data-driven solutions responsibly and to the benefit of society. Data science underpins all kinds of decision-making, so you could be studying data from a sports team to improve performance, using real-world data as part of the solution to climate change, or analysing business expenditure. With opportunities to study abroad, work-based placements and developing your personal portfolio, you’ll be in a strong position for the future. Why study this course?

• Become a critical data professional - learn how to work with and analyse data, and use your findings to make ethical, sustainable decisions – engaging different audiences and stakeholders, using visualisation and statistical methods.

• Uniquely employable - developed with industry experts and taught by active researchers, this course gives you the skills to manage the complexities of data in organisations and to integrate the work of data scientists with those in more managerial or policy-making roles.

• Sustainability, equality, diversity and ethical practice - with a strong focus on sociological theory, you will explore the underpinning concepts of responsible data science and the ethical application of technical approaches. By studying with us, you'll develop solid foundations in ethics, sustainability, critical thinking, and how to influence outcomes of data to positively impact society.