Data and Analytical Science

Program Overview

Data and Analytical Science

Course Overview

Learn to use specialist technologies and processes to extract crucial knowledge and insights from data.

Course Options

• 3 years
• 4 years with foundation year
• 4 years with placement
• 5 years with foundation and placement (ARU Peterborough)

Key Facts

• STUDY OPTIONS: 3 years
• START DATES: January 2027
• LOCATION: ARU Peterborough
• ENTRY: UCAS code: G140
• FEES:
  • £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
  • £17,500 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Teaching and Assessment

Year 1

• Programming Fundamentals
• Relational Database Development Fundamentals
• Computer Systems and Networking Fundamentals
• Web Development Fundamentals
• Into ARU

Year 2

• Big Data Analytics
• Becoming an IT Professional
• Machine Learning and AI Fundamentals
• Team Based Project
• Algorithms, Data Structures and Advanced Programming
• Ruskin Module (15 credits)

Year 3

• Data Mining and Visualisation
• Future Tech and Development
• Graph Analytics and Learning
• Building Neural Networks
• Computing Major Project

Facilities

As a Data and Analytical Science student at ARU Peterborough, you'll use specialist computing labs and industry-standard equipment and software.

Careers

With a degree in Data and Analytical Science, you could pursue a career as a data analyst, responsible for identifying patterns and trends that can inform business decisions.

Entry Requirements

• 96 UCAS Tariff points
• 5 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths
• If English is not your first language, you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University

Fees and Paying for University

Tuition Fees and Student Loans for UK Students (2025/26)

• £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Tuition Fees for International Students (2025/26)

• £17,500 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Living Costs

Living at university can range from around £7,000–£9,000 per year. They may be lower if you're living at home.

Apply for Data and Analytical Science

• UK students: Apply through UCAS
• International students: Apply direct

Life in Peterborough

Study in the heart of Peterborough, a historic yet thriving city that's a great home for students. ARU Peterborough is easily accessible by public transport, making it ideal for you to live and study locally.

Program Outline

Careers:

• Data analyst: identifying patterns and trends that can inform business decisions
• Business analyst: improving business processes and outcomes through data analysis
• Data engineer: designing and building data systems and infrastructure
• Data scientist: using statistical methods and machine learning algorithms to analyze complex data sets and identify insights that can drive strategies
• Financial analyst: analyzing market trends and financial data to validate investment decisions
• Health informatics specialist: managing and analyzing patient data
• Marketing analyst: analyzing consumer data to steer marketing strategies

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

UK students starting 2023/24 (full-time, per year)

• £9,250

International students starting 2023/24 (full-time, per year)

• £15,000

UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

• £9,250

International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

• £16,700

Payment:

• You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments.
• We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter.