BSc Data Science
About this course
BSc Data Science, a data science degree combining mathematical, statistical and computational approaches to address modern analytical challenges. The course offers an optional foundation year and holds professional accreditation from IFoA, IMA and RSS.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*AA including A* in Mathematics and A in another mathematics-related subject Or A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Mathematics-related subjects include Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Economics; and Physics. STEP paper achievement may be included as part of an alternative offer. IB: 38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and 6 at Higher Level in another mathematics-related subject. Mathematics-related subjects include Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Economics; and Physics. STEP paper achievement may be included as part of an alternative offer. BTEC: D*DD in either Engineering BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma, plus A in Mathematics at A-level (or equivalent) or any Applied General BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma, plus A in A-level Mathematics (or equivalent). Applicants taking Engineering BTEC may be invited to take an additional mathematics assessment in place of A-level Mathematics. Find out more about BTEC entry requirements
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 67%: 20 offers from 30 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 91%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 28 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 75%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 4%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 38%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 34%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 70 students who started
- A levels: 66%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 28%
- Other qualifications: 1%
- No formal qualifications: 3%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
- This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) and meets the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation when followed by either: a) Further study at master’s level (FHEQ level 7), or b) Work-based training and experience to reach an equivalent level of competence. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow.
- Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) for the purpose of eligibility for Graduate Statistician status.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Data Science at University of Bristol earn?
The median salary is £37,000 after 15 months, £48,000 after 3 years, £72,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £49,500 and £98,000. The £72,000 median after five years is £36,000 more than the UK median for Computer science.
What do graduates of BSc Data Science at University of Bristol do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Data Science at University of Bristol?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Data Science at University of Bristol?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 162 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Data Science at University of Bristol?
67% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 20 offers from 30 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Data Science at University of Bristol accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations. This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) and meets the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation when followed by either: a) Further study at master’s level (FHEQ level 7), or b) Work-based training and experience to reach an equivalent level of competence. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow. Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) for the purpose of eligibility for Graduate Statistician status.
How many students continue on BSc Data Science at University of Bristol?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.