Program Overview

Computing (Data Science), BSc Hons

Unlock your future with a degree in Computing (Data Science). Master data science, machine learning, and AI to tackle real-world challenges on a global scale.

Overview

Our degree in Computing (Data Science) is designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in data science, information retrieval, and machine learning. It will equip you with the skills to apply data science and AI theories, along with data handling techniques, to analyse and solve real-world problems. By integrating computing, analytical techniques, and problem-solving skills, you will be prepared for a diverse range of employment opportunities.

Indicative Modules

Year 1

• Computer Systems and Internet Technologies (15 credits)
• Object Oriented Programming (15 credits)
• Programming Foundations (15 credits)
• Principles of Security (15 credits)
• Systems Development (15 credits)
• Software Engineering (15 credits)
• Introduction to Data Science (15 credits)
• Mathematics for Computing (15 credits)

Year 2

• Application Development (15 credits)
• Professional Project Management (15 credits)
• User Interface Design (15 credits)
• Agile Development with SCRUM (15 credits)
• Web Programming 1 (15 credits)
• Web Programming 2 (15 credits)
• Applications in AI and Data Science (15 credits)
• Big Data Analysis and Visualisation (15 credits)

Year 3

• Final Year Projects (60 credits)
• Requirements Management (15 credits)
• Information Retrieval (15 credits)
• Advanced Topics in Data Science and AI (15 credits)
• Human Computer Interaction and Design (15 credits)

Course Details

• UCAS points: 104 (view full requirements)
• Course/institution codes: G408 G BSc/CompDS
• Duration: 3 years full-time
• Start month: September
• Home/international fees 2025/26: £9,535 / £17,500

Entry Requirements

UK citizens and permanent residents

• 104 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points.
• We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements such as GCSEs, Interview, etc., will still need to be met. For further information, please see our Contextual Admissions policy.

International entry requirements

• The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.
• For detailed information on the academic and English language requirements, please find your country in our directory.

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees

Other costs

• If there are any field trips, students may need to pay their own travel costs.

Scholarships and bursaries

• We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
• The Greenwich Bursary: This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.
• EU Bursary: Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.

Careers and Placements

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

• Former students have secured placement years at Kent Connects, Oracle and the European Bank for Reconstruction & Development.
• Career opportunities exist in many computing areas such as IT support, consultancy, internet and e-commerce applications. Graduates can expect to work as independent consultants or in teams with other computer professionals to build and support modern computing systems.

Do you provide employability services?

• Employability activities take place all the time at Greenwich and students are encouraged to take part in as many opportunities as possible. The central Employability and Careers Service provides support for students preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles, such as CV clinics, mock interviews and employability skills workshops. In addition, your School has a dedicated Employability Officer who will be organising work-related activities throughout the year which will help you to build you industry knowledge and networks.