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BSc Business Data Analytics

University of Salford

About this course

BSc (Hons) Business Data Analytics, an undergraduate degree focused on data management, programming, and strategic business applications. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Project Management, Entrepreneurship, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme culminates in a capstone project and includes practical assignments involving industry partners and live business challenges. The first year establishes foundational knowledge through modules such as Data Driven Decision Making, Global Business and Sustainable Digital Futures, Understanding Organisations, and R and Python. In the second year, students build advanced capabilities via Project Management, Advanced Data Analytics, Data Visualisation, and Information Systems and Infrastructure. The final year concentrates on strategic implementation and leadership through compulsory study in Innovation Project, Sustainable Business Practice, Organisational Strategy and Leadership, and the Integrated Learning Project. Optional modules in the final year include Business Data Analysis Live Project and User Experience Design.

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Institution
University of Salford
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BSc (Hons) Business Data Analytics
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
NG14
Median salary
£26,500 after 5 years

Entry requirements

GCSE: Maths and English at grade C / grade 4 or above, or equivalent Functional Skills (L2). You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below. UCAS tariff: 104 UCAS points A level: 104 UCAS points T level: Merit Access to HE: 104 UCAS points from 45 level 3 credits Scottish Highers: 104 UCAS points from minimum of 2 Advanced Highers Irish Leaving Certificate: 104 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 higher level subjects including a minimum of H7 (D3) or O4 (C3) in Maths and English

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What students say

Based on about 149 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university

  • Teaching on my course: 78%
  • Learning opportunities: 84%
  • Assessment and feedback: 85%
  • Academic support: 88%
  • Organisation and management: 81%
  • Learning resources: 91%
  • Student voice: 78%

Do students stay on the course?

Based on about 395 students who started, across similar courses at this university

  • Continued on course: 73%
  • Gained a higher qualification: 1%
  • Left higher education: 24%
  • Moved to a lower qualification: 2%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 405 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • North West: 88%
  • Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
  • East Midlands: 1%
  • West Midlands: 1%
  • East of England: 2%
  • London: 1%
  • South East: 3%
  • Wales: 1%

Who gets in

Based on about 305 students who started, across similar courses at this university

  • A levels: 70%
  • Access course: 3%
  • A degree: 1%
  • Other HE qualification: 6%
  • Other qualifications: 19%
  • No formal qualifications: 1%

Accreditation & quality ratings

TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.

Modules

  • Data Driven Decision Making
  • Developing your Career Foundations
  • Global Business and Sustainable Digital Futures
  • Understanding Organisations
  • Data Management Fundamentals
  • R and Python
  • Project Management
  • Developing Your Professional Identity
  • Advanced Data Analytics
  • Live Project for Business
  • Data Visualisation
  • Information Systems and Infrastructure
  • The Professional Graduate
  • Innovation Project
  • Sustainable Business Practice
  • Organisational Strategy and Leadership
  • Integrated Learning Project
  • Business Data Analysis Live Project
  • User Experience Design

Questions about this course

How much do graduates of BSc Business Data Analytics at University of Salford earn?

The median salary is £21,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £34,000.

Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Business Data Analytics at University of Salford?

78% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.

What grades do I need for BSc Business Data Analytics at University of Salford?

The average entrant had 106 UCAS points.

How many students continue on BSc Business Data Analytics at University of Salford?

73% of students continued into their second year, and 24% left higher education.