Course summary
Taught by active researchers and developed with industry experts, you'll learn the data, information and analytical skills to become a critical data professional. You'll analyse and critically evaluate a wide range of different real-life problems from a data science perspective. Whether it be studying data from a sports team to improve performance, using real-world data as part of the solution to climate change, preparing for spikes in hospital admissions or analysing business expenditure - data science is an evolving field. You won't just be learning how to read and analyse data - you will be learning how to use data to make ethical decisions. The course has sustainability, equality, diversity and ethical practice at its core. You will be prepared for a career where you can use data-driven solutions to have a positive impact on society. On our course you'll: -become a dynamic, forward-thinking problem solver with a responsible approach to data and information -learn how to present data to different audiences and stakeholders, using visualisation and statistical methods -develop the skills you need to collaborate effectively with others to solve data-related problems and create responsible data solutions. Opportunities for study abroad, work-based placements and developing your personal portfolio will put you in a strong position for the future. The course is extended to four years if you opt to do a placement year or year abroad.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- I2L9
- Institution code:
- S18
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma - D: 36 credits M: 9 credits P: 0 credits
Scottish Higher - AAAAB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) - B
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H2, H2, H3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
To find out if you're eligible for additional consideration or an alternative offer, visit: ww.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/access-sheffield
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
English language requirements
You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification
English language requirements for undergraduates
https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/english-language
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
International | £25540 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Sheffield
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TN