Data Science BSc (Hons)
University College London
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 225 graduates of Data Science BSc (Hons) and other courses in Statistics at University College London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Statistics.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Statistics courses of University College London
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Mathematical Sciences
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Statistics 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 | |
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Median salary | £35000 | £37000 | £46000 |
25-75 percentile range | £30000 - £52500 | £30000 - £44000 | £36000 - £62000 |
All Mathematical Sciences courses of University College London
Salary of all UK Graduates of Mathematical Sciences
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £31691 | £33271 | £39124 |
25-75 percentile range | £27155 - £38010 | £25085 - £42264 | £28586 - £52848 |
All Mathematical Sciences courses in the UK
Course Description
This programme provides a comprehensive training in the statistical basis of data science, along with a solid grounding in the computing skills and algorithmic
reasoning necessary for modern data analysis. As a graduate of the programme, you should be able to proceed directly to a post as a data scientist in industry, commerce or government. The skills you will acquire could also be applied to the founding or management of businesses relating to a broad set of data analytic services. The programme is also designed to provide you with a preparation for postgraduate study in statistics, machine learning and other specialised fields in applied data science. The programme allows considerable flexibility in terms of application areas through the availability of optional and elective modules across a range of disciplines. The department offers a friendly and supportive atmosphere, where small-group teaching and personal attention are available to all students. Teaching is enhanced by the varied research interests of our academic staff; from the foundations of the subject to applications in science, medicine, industry, economics and finance.
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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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Data Science BSc (Hons) at University College London
30% | Information Technology Professionals |
25% | Engineering professionals |
20% | Sales occupations |
10% | Skilled trades occupations |
10% | |
5% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
0% | Administrative occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Statistics
All Statistics courses of University College London
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 5.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 5.5
- UPSCE
Costs
Tuition Fees Data Science BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £35000 | year 1 |
International | £35000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Overseas fees are fixed at the rate of entry, the fees indicated above will be charged to 2023/24 entrants for each year of study on the programme.
Average student cost of living in London
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)
University Rankings
Positions of University College London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University College London in related subject specific rankings.
Mathematics
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- #5
- #7
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- Mathematics
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #7
- #8
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- Mathematics
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #5
- #99
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- Mathematics
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
See all 38 university rankings of University College London
About University College London
University College London, otherwise known as UCL, is a government funded research university based in metropolitan London, England. It’s a university that puts emphasis on investigative research and the teaching of critical thinking skills for its alumni. The university has its main campus in the Bloomsbury area of the populous London Borough of Camden, in Central London, where students can enjoy its large parks and open spaces in their free time.
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Student composition of University College London
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Total number of students enrolled at University College London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 22890
- postgraduates:
- 19245
- Total:
- 42135
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Applied Computing”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
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Mathematics for Data Science BSc BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | - | - | - | £9250 | £19330 £21260 | - | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time | |
Mathematics for Data Science with Placement BSc BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | - | - | - | £9250 | £19330 £21260 | - | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time | |
Applied Computing BSc (Hons) | University of Wales | - | - | - | £9000 | £13500 | - | Cardiff | On campus Full-time | |
Data Science BSc (Hons) | University of Exeter | 83% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £27000 | 160 | Exeter | On campus Full-time | |
Data Science BSc (Hons) | University College London | - | - | - | £9250 | £35000 | - | London | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023