BSc Data Science
London School of Economics and Political Science
About this course
BSc in Data Science, a computing and statistical degree focused on computational methods and quantitative analysis. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can choose to undertake an optional year abroad as part of their studies. The first year covers foundational concepts through Elementary Statistical Theory, Mathematical Methods, Programming for Data Science, and Managing Visualising Data. The second year progresses to Probability and Distribution Theory, Applied Regression, Databases, and Algorithms and Data Structures. The final year involves advanced study in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and an Applied Statistics Project.
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Entry requirements
A-levels: A*AA, with an A* in Mathematics IB Diploma: 39 points overall, including 766 in higher level subjects, with 7 in "Mathematics: analysis and approaches"
What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 66%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 82%
- Learning resources: 81%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 25%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 20%
- Finance Professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- 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 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 70%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 85%
- Other qualifications: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Elementary Statistical Theory
- Mathematical Methods
- Programming for Data Science
- Managing Visualising Data
- The LSE Course
- Courses to the value of one unit
- Probability and Distribution Theory
- Applied Regression
- Databases
- Algorithms and Data Structures
- Further Mathematical Methods (Linear Algebra)
- Courses to the value of one unit
- Machine Learning
- Artificial Intelligence
- Applied Statistics Project
- Courses to the value of two and a half units
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Data Science at London School of Economics and Political Science earn?
The median salary is £40,000 after 15 months, £41,500 after 3 years, £57,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £45,000 and £75,500. The £57,000 median after five years is £14,000 more than the UK median for Statistics.
What do graduates of BSc Data Science at London School of Economics and Political Science do next?
90% 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 London School of Economics and Political Science?
86% 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 London School of Economics and Political Science?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 39 points in the IB. The average entrant had 192 UCAS points.
Does BSc Data Science at London School of Economics and Political Science include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Data Science at London School of Economics and Political Science?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.