Accounting with Data Science BA (Hons)
Robert Gordon University
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Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 80 graduates of Accounting with Data Science BA (Hons) and other courses in Computer Science at Robert Gordon University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Computer Science.
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Salary
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Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Computer Science at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26000 | £22500 | £25500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £33000 | £17000 - £29000 | £21000 - £34000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Computer Science
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £27816 | £24649 | £29683 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23465 - £33130 | £18808 - £31977 | £21797 - £40433 |
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Course Description
BA (Hons) Accounting with Data Science at RGU will enable you to develop the business competencies and digital skills necessary to future-proof your career. An introduction to data science along with core accounting knowledge will ensure that graduates have valuable and relevant skills to meet the changing demands of the accounting profession.
The course incorporates a distinctive blend of business, accounting and data science modules delivered by Aberdeen Business School and the School of Computing. The inclusion of core accounting modules in the field of management and financial accounting may enable a number of exemptions for the entry level exams of professional accounting bodies such as ICAS, CIMA and ACCA.
Students will also have the opportunity to undertake a paid placement opportunity providing valuable real-life experience.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Accounting with Data Science BA (Hons) at Robert Gordon University
| 58% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Finance Professionals |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
| 4% | Protective service occupations |
| 4% | Elementary occupations |
| 4% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
| 2% | Finance Professionals |
| 2% | Administrative occupations |
| 2% | Elementary occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Computer Science
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English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent. |
Costs
Tuition Fees Accounting with Data Science BA (Hons)
| Ireland | £6600 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £6600 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
| England UK | £6600 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6600 | year 1 |
| Wales | £6600 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6600 | year 1 |
| International | £16990 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 3
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About Robert Gordon University
Robert Gordon University is located in the city of Aberdeen, the third-largest in Scotland. This institution’s main focus is the delivery of courses and programmes related to Business and Industry sectors, however they do also provide degree programmes in certain areas of the social sciences. The most impressive features that this university has to offer is its wide array of state-of-the-art facilities, such as their Nanocomposite Manufacturing Facility, the Wave Tank, and Electronic Laboratory.
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