Course summary
Data is recognised as a key asset in any organisation and a means by which to gain information, insight and understanding. As part of this course, you’ll:
- Study data analysis techniques
- Learn how to apply your knowledge to investigate social issues, such as crime connections and business insight
- Cover key themes from data management and data analytics such as machine learning, to statistics and programming
- Gain an in-depth understanding of core data analysis techniques informed by a deeper knowledge of data principles and practical considerations
- Use open source data and tools such as python and SQL, tableau and KNIME
- Learn how to identify data to inform your investigation, ensure quality results, select appropriate analysis techniques for the task and choose methods to convey the message
- Understand the importance of ethics and data governance in your approach to data science
Modules
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Fundamentals of Computer Science
- Statistics in Practice
- Introduction to Data Analytics
- Fundamentals of Programming
- Fundamentals of Databases
- Maths for Data Science
- Database Systems
- Applied Data Analytics & Visualisations
- Machine Learning Techniques
- Programming for Data Science
- Information Analysis
- Team Project
- Production Project
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.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Please visit our online prospectus for detailed Clearing entry criteria https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/clearing
Unistats information
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £14000 | Year 1 |
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
International | £14000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Leeds Beckett University
City Campus
Leeds
LS1 3HE