Newcastle University Undergraduate programs
Data Science BSc
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
BSc
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
GBP 25,600 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Data science is an interdisciplinary and emerging field. It combines mathematics and computing to analyse large and complex data sets.
Our degree will give you the skills to turn data into meaningful outcomes. You'll learn to use your analytical and computational skills to interpret, clean, and visualise data confidently.
We've worked with the National Innovation Centre for Data (NICD) to create our Data Science BSc degree. This Centre of Excellence is at the forefront of:
- Data science
- AI application
- Industry engagement
NICD has shaped our curriculum with their real-world and industry-focused approach. You'll graduate with expertise in the most relevant and innovative data science topics. You'll learn and work alongside leading practitioners in data science.
Stage 1
Our Foundations of Data Science module will introduce you to the world of data science. You'll study foundational topics in mathematics and computing. In Stages 2 and 3, you'll build on these subjects with more bespoke data science modules.
Mathematics topics include probability, statistics, algebra and calculus. In computing, you'll learn about the software engineering lifecycle and develop your programming skills.
Compulsory Modules
- Foundations of Data Science
- Programming Portfolio 1
- Introductory Algebra (for Psychology students)
- Multivariable Calculus
- Real Analysis
- Introductory Calculus
- Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- Number Systems
Stage 2
You'll study specialised modules in mathematics and computer science, including:
- Data visualisation
- Regression
- Security programming
- Algorithm design and analysis
You'll also study modules delivered by NICD, and take part in masterclasses and NICD’s Data Innovation Bootcamp. You’ll work as a team on real-world business challenges. You'll learn to solve problems and develop customer-orientated solutions.
Compulsory Modules
- Security Programming
- Algorithm Design and Analysis
- Frontiers in Data Science A
- Linear Algebra
- Introduction to Statistical Inference
- Introduction to Regression and Stochastic Modelling
- Computational Probability and Statistics with R
- Stochastic Processes
- Data Visualization
Optional modules
- Algebra
- Groups and Discrete Mathematics
- Coding Theory
- Scientific Computation with Python
- Mathematical Biology
Stage 3
In Stage 3, you'll continue to take part in masterclasses run by NICD. You'll apply statistical, mathematical, programming and data science skills to a variety of problems. You’ll also be free to explore your own interests with a range of optional mathematics and computer science modules.
Compulsory Modules
- Computer Vision & AI
- Data Innovation Bootcamp
- Frontiers in Data Science B
- Data Science Group Project
- Linear Models
- Big Data Analytics
Optional Modules
- Biomedical Data Analytics and AI
- Human-Computer Interaction: Interaction Design
- Data Visualization and Visual Analytics
- Foundations of group theory
- Linear analysis
- Coding Theory
- Matrix analysis
- Metric Spaces and Topology
- Number Theory and Cryptography
- Representation theory
- Curves and Surfaces
- Mathematical Foundations of Machine Learning
- Variational Methods and Lagrangian Dynamics
- Epidemiology
- Stochastic Financial Modelling
- Statistical Inference
- Generalised Linear Models
- Topics in Statistical Modelling A
- Experimental Design
- Discrete Stochastic Modelling & Survival Analysis
- Applied Probability
- Global Top 130 University - QS World University Rankings 2025
- Top 200 for Statistics and Operational Research - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
- Top 140 for Engineering and Technology - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
- 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 42% of our research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- Top 25 in the UK and Top 100 in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024
- Global Top 170 University - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
Data science graduates report earning an average salary of £32,000 on graduation.
Possible job roles for data science graduates include:
- Data scientist
- AI data scientist
- Data analyst
- Statistician
- Data engineer
- Risk analyst
- Market research analyst
- Analytics manager
- Machine learning engineer
You'll work closely, and network, with researchers and businesses at NICD. NICD is a research centre on Newcastle University’s Helix campus.
You’ll learn through a combination of different methods including:
- Lectures
- Small group seminars
- Hands-on labs and practicals
Modules taught by NICD will take an experiential learning approach. This means you'll learn by doing. You'll use ideation and the innovation process to solve real-world problems. Approaches include:
- Flipped learning
- Bootcamps
- Masterclasses
During flipped learning, you’ll research a topic and report back to subject experts.
Throughout the course, you'll develop an open-source portfolio. You'll use it to track and showcase your skills and expertise to future employers.