Data Science
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CertHe, BSc (Hons) | Online | Part-time, Online | 4 | January, March, May, July | £20987 in total | £20987 in total |
Scholarship Opportunities
- Designated for undergraduate student loans in England.
- Simple monthly payment plan available, enabling you to spread the cost over the duration of your studies.
- Full payment discount of 5% if you pay upfront.
- Regional scholarship available for international students based overseas in eligible countries.
- 10% corporate discount available when three or more of your employees study with us.
Please note, a maximum of two discounts or scholarships can be applied. The corporate discount can only be used in combination with our upfront payment discount, but not in conjunction with any other discount or scholarship. Make an enquiry now to find out more information about our discounts and scholarships.
About Data Science, CertHe - at University of Essex Online
Unlock the power of data with this 100% online BSc (Hons) Data Science. If you’re seeking a career at the forefront of technology, this course is ideal for you. Throughout your studies you’ll learn essential skills in programming, machine learning, statistics and data analysis. Whether you’re wanting to upskill or are new to the field, you’ll gain the practical experiencerequired for this sector –while exploring real world applications within the professional environment.
Throughout the course you’ll explore a range of topics, including:
- data analytics and visualisation
- statistical analysis
- machine learning techniques
- ethics and governance in data science
- big data and cloud computing
A shorter 16-month CertHE is also available, equal to a total of 120 credits.
Learning and assessments
The course is delivered via our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), enabling you to study at your own pace with 24/7 access to study materials. Lectures take place in the form of multimedia lecturecasts comprising of video, audio, text, infographics and multiple questions to provide you with an interactive study experience. Even though you’ll be learning remotely, you'll have the opportunity to engage with your classmates and tutors through seminars and live Q&A sessions. There are no exams as the assessments are conducted in a form of written assignments, discussion forum participation, reflective journal entries and group work accessed via our VLE.
Entry requirements
Contact University of Essex Online to find course entry requirements.