BSc Data Science with a Year in Industry
About this course
BSc Data Science with a Year in Industry, a computer science degree combining mathematical, statistical and computational approaches to knowledge discovery. The programme incorporates a paid year in industry to apply theory in a professional setting and is accredited by 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
Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 1 UCAS decision for BSc Data Science with a Year in Industry (G1G6) at the University of Bristol for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is A*AA at A level.
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 80%: 20 offers from 25 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 121 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
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 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
- Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) for the purpose of eligibility for Graduate Statistician status.
- 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.
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 with a Year in Industry 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 with a Year in Industry 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 with a Year in Industry at University of Bristol?
89% 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 with a Year in Industry at University of Bristol?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 176 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Data Science with a Year in Industry at University of Bristol?
80% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 20 offers from 25 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Data Science with a Year in Industry at University of Bristol accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations. Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) for the purpose of eligibility for Graduate Statistician status. 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.
Does BSc Data Science with a Year in Industry at University of Bristol include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Data Science with a Year in Industry at University of Bristol?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.