BSc Data Science (Distance Learning)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Web Development and Security. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme is delivered entirely online and concludes with an Individual Project in which students investigate a data science challenge under supervisor guidance.
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Entry requirements
104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications, with one of the qualifications in a STEM subject (Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Sciences, Physics, Chemistry or Biology). BCC at A Level. We require one of those qualifications to be in STEM subject (Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry or Biology). MMM in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in either Applied Sciences, Computing or Engineering. Merit at T Level in either Science or Engineering. 104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications. Must include one STEM subject (Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry or Biology).
What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 87%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 93%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 50%
- Gained a higher qualification: 40%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 25%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 35%
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Quality and Regulatory Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 80 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 16%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 79%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 60%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 30%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Calculus
- Probability Theory and Statistical Analysis
- Linear Algebra
- Computing Science and Mathematics
- Programming for Data Science
- Data Analytics in the Age of Big Data
- Data Analysis in Practice
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Advanced Statistical Methods
- Algorithms and Data Structures
- Machine and Deep Learning
- Text Analytics and Language Processing
- Database Applications for Big Data
- Leadership in Data Science
- Individual Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Data Science (Distance Learning) at University of Huddersfield earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £43,000. The £32,000 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Information systems.
What do graduates of BSc Data Science (Distance Learning) at University of Huddersfield do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Data Science (Distance Learning) at University of Huddersfield?
82% 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 (Distance Learning) at University of Huddersfield?
The typical offer is BCC at A level. The average entrant had 126 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Data Science (Distance Learning) at University of Huddersfield?
50% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.