BSc in Data Science and Society
DURATION
36 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 May 2025*
EARLIEST START DATE
01 Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 13,100 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Dutch I EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA students
** for Non-EU|for EU/EEA EUR 2,530
Introduction
BSc Data Science and Society
Data is neither good, nor bad, nor neutral. We can’t live without it, hence data circulation matters! By studying this future-oriented bachelor, you dive deeper in the social aspects of Data Science and study datafied decision-making processes. At the same time, you learn how to use and apply technical data science skills. At Campus Fryslân you will get the opportunity to foster your personal development in a hands-on, international learning community.
- Study data, science and society combined into one programme, in a fast learning environment where datafication is the beating heart of everything we do.
- Work with many different topics and methods to solve challenges that cannot be addressed by one academic discipline alone.
- Become a valuable team player, learn how to communicate on data-based insights, and gain relevant experiences and skills to embrace in your future career.
Ideal Students
Our Students
Are you passionate about the power of data and its impact on society? And interested in advanced data visualization, programming, and statistics? Do you enjoy collaborating with other peers and tackling social issues? If you find yourself in these qualities, this programme is an ideal fit!
Student Profile:
- Analytical & critical thinker
- Problem solver & detail-oriented
- Innovative, progressive & creative
- Passionate about societal challenges
- Team player & effective communicator
Admissions
Curriculum
Year 1
In the first half of the first year, you will grasp the basics of data science and society. In the second half of the first year, you will strengthen key statistical skills essential for the programme, especially at the start of the second year when problem-solving and modeling become focal.
- Introduction to Data Science & Society
- Programming for Data Science
- Regulation, Governance and Innovation 1: introduction
- Human Rights in the Digital Age 1: Human Dignity
- Science and Technology Studies 1
- Visualising Data
- Data Science 1: Databases and Datasources
- Statistical and Machine Learning
- Statistical Interference
- Data Science 2: Big Data Analytics
- Regulation, Governance and Innovation 2: Responsibility
- Science and Technology Studies 2
Year 2
In year 2, blocks 3 and 4 focus on courses in your chosen specialisation (Cognitive Technology or Governance and Regulation of Innovation), accompanied by a Field Project. Here, you'll collaborate with partners from the private and public sectors to address challenges in data science and society.
- Data Science 3: Using Data to Solve Business Problems
- Data Science 4: Using Data to Solve Social Problems
- Human Rights in the Digital Age 2: Reconsidering Impact
- Data Science 5: Visual Rethoric
- Regulation and Governance of Innovation 3: RegTech
- Simulation Exercise
- Field project
- Specialisation Courses: : Cognitive Technology or Governance and Regulation of Innovation
Year 3
In year 3, the first two blocks are dedicated to the minor space: here you can choose to deepen or broaden your programme by taking a minor abroad, following a specially designed premaster or composing your own personal minor. In the second part of year 3, you will follow courses from your specialisation and finally write your bachelor thesis.
- Minor Electives
- Minor Electives
- Specialisation Courses
- Bachelor Thesis
Rankings
 | Top-Rated Programme!Our Data Science & Society bachelor was placed in the Top-rated Programme Keuzegids list for 2024!!! |
Program Outcome
Credits: 180 ECTS
Degree: BSc in Data Science and Society
After Graduation: You can join the job market or pursue a master's programme in your chosen field. Thanks to the interdisciplinarity of the programme, you develop the ability to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds, a skill that is highly relevant in today's job market. As the programme prepares you to be a bridge-builder across sectors, you can position yourself as an expert in digitalisation and data management, able to translate data into the language of your stakeholders.
Career Opportunities
The programme shapes you into a professional who stands at the forefront of rapidly emerging topics and knows how to address the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Job examples
- Data Scientist
- Data Analyst
- Data Protection Officer
- Data Engineer
- Policy Advisor