Data Science with Year of Professional Experience (BSc) draft
Queen's University Belfast
Overview:
Queen's University Belfast is a leading research-intensive university with a global reputation for excellence. Established in 1845, it is located in Belfast, the vibrant capital city of Northern Ireland. The university is known for its strong academic programs, world-class research, and commitment to shaping a better world.
Services Offered:
The university offers a wide range of services to students, including:
Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options are available.Library:
The university library provides access to a vast collection of resources, including books, journals, and databases.Sport:
Queen's Sport offers a variety of sports and fitness activities for students.Student Support:
The university provides support services for students in areas such as academic advising, career counseling, and mental health.Open Learning:
The university offers a range of online and distance learning programs.Short Courses:
The university offers a variety of short courses for professional development.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at Queen's University Belfast can expect a vibrant and welcoming campus experience. The university is located in a friendly, affordable, and safe city, with plenty of opportunities for social interaction and cultural exploration. The university also offers a range of clubs and societies for students to join.
Key Reasons to Study There:
World-class research:
Queen's University Belfast is a leading research-intensive university, with a strong focus on innovation and impact.Global reputation:
The university has a global reputation for excellence in teaching and research.Vibrant campus life:
The university offers a vibrant and welcoming campus experience, with plenty of opportunities for social interaction and cultural exploration.Strong academic programs:
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across a variety of disciplines.Affordable tuition fees:
The university offers competitive tuition fees for both domestic and international students.Academic Programs:
Queen's University Belfast offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across a variety of disciplines, including:
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Business and Economics
Engineering and Physical Sciences
Law
Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences
Nursing and Midwifery
Science
Other:
Entry Requirements:
A-level:
- A-level: A (Mathematics) AB including at least one from Computing/Software Systems Development (not both), Physics, Digital Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Technology and Design, Electronics, Further Mathematics or Double Award Life & Health Sciences
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- A-level: A (Mathematics) BB including at least one from Computing/Software Systems Development (not both), Physics, Digital Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Technology and Design, Electronics, Further Mathematics or Double Award Life & Health Sciences
BTEC/OCR Single Award:
- A maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award will be accepted as part of an applicant's portfolio of qualifications with a Distinction being equated to a grade A at A-level and a Distinction being equated to a grade B at A-level.
Irish Leaving Certificate:
- H2H3H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level grade H2 in Mathematics and H3 in at least one from Computing, Physics, Biology or Chemistry
Access Course:
- Successful completion of Access Course with a minimum of 80% in each module. Must be a relevant Access Course (eg Engineering or Mathematics and Physics) including two modules in Mathematics (Level 3) and two modules in Physics, Biology or Chemistry (Level 3).
International Baccalaureate Diploma:
- 34 points overall including 6 (Mathematics) at Higher Level plus 6,5 including at least one from Computer Science, Physics, Biology or Chemistry at Higher Level. If not offered at Higher Level/GCSE then Standard Level grade 4 in English would be accepted.
Additional notes:
- All applicants must have GCSE English Language grade C/4 or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University.
- The selector also checks that any specific entry requirements in terms of GCSE and/or A-level subjects can be satisfied.
- Offers are normally made on the basis of three A-levels. Two subjects at A-level plus two at AS would also be considered.
- The offer for repeat candidates is normally the same as the offer for first time applicants. For repeat applicants acceptable grades may be held from the previous year.
- A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not normally considered as part of a three A-level offer and, although they may be excluded where an applicant is taking 4 A-level subjects, the grade achieved could be taken into account if necessary in August/September.
- Applicants offering other qualifications, such as BTEC National and Higher National Certificates/Diplomas, the International Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificate or an Access course, will also be considered. The same GCSE profile is usually expected of those candidates offering other qualifications.
- For applicants offering Irish Leaving Certificate, please note that performance at Junior Certificate is taken into account. For last year’s entry applicants for this degree must have had, a minimum of 5 IJC grades C/Merit, though this profile may change from year to year depending on the demand for places. The Selector also checks that any specific entry requirements in terms of Leaving Certificate subjects can be satisfied.
- The information provided in the personal statement and the academic reference together with predicted grades are noted but these are not the final deciding factors in whether or not a conditional offer can be made. However, they may be reconsidered in a tie break situation in August.
- Applicants are not normally asked to attend for interview.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
The specific language proficiency requirements for this program are not explicitly stated in the provided context.