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Start your degree in BSc (Hons) Data Science
Are you ready to kickstart your career in the exciting and fast-moving field of data science?
Our online BSc (Hons) degree in Data Science enables you to:
study an online course that has been designed by data science experts.
become equipped with the theoretical expertise and practical skills that are in high demand across several industries.
benefit from over 140 years of teaching expertise, delivered by industry experts through cutting edge digital learning resources.
fit learning around your life, wherever you are in the world - choose from full or part-time study and start any day you choose.
start studying today via our innovative online learning platform with everything you need to hand – from digital learning resources to personal and academic support.
Get your online degree digital prospectus
You’ll find everything you need to know about studying an online degree with us in our digital prospectus. To receive your personalised prospectus, please fill out the form below with a valid email address.
Once you've submitted the form, keep an eye on your inbox for your prospectus to arrive via email.
Three reasons to study with LIBF
Increased employability
Career experts to help you at every step and access to career-focused workshops and events.
You’ll get personalised support and access to exclusive job opportunities on our digital portal.
Tailor your studies
Choose to study when and where suits you – any time, from anywhere. Start on any day.
You'll have 24/7 access to study materials on your online digital learning platform.
Flexible funding options
Pay monthly, yearly or in full – with discounts on yearly or in-full payments if self-funding.
Or spread the cost further with part time study, progressing at the pace that suits you best.
Why you should specialise in data science online
With data transforming all aspects of business and society, data science skills are in high demand across industries.
As a data science student, you'll learn how to manipulate and read data to uncover insights, predict trends, and guide business strategy. You'll gain the technical skills to analyse and visualise data that you can use to succeed in any industry you choose.
As a data science student, you'll develop these hard skills:
Python programming language
Statistical analysis and predictive modelling techniques
Data analysis and visualisation techniques
Machine and deep learning algorithms like feed-forward neural networks
You’ll also develop the following soft skills that are critical to thriving in the dynamic tech industry:
Logical and analytical reasoning to draw meaningful conclusions
Creativity and curiosity to explore data and pose hypotheses
Communication skills to explain complex technical concepts simply
Your online degree at a glance
Start dates and duration
Start your course any day you choose.
Study full-time online over 3 years or part-time online over 4 or 6 years.
Part-time online study allows you to complete your degree course over a longer period, at no additional cost.
Entry requirements
2 subjects at A-Level or equivalent. GCSE Maths and English Grade C (4) or above.
English language: IELTS Level 6 or above with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent).
Work experience can be considered as an alternative to academic qualifications.
Funding and scholarships
Affordable tuition with payment flexibility.
A fee reduction of 2% will be given for paying annually in advance for all of our courses, or 10% if you pay for your undergraduate course in full at the start of your studies.
You can apply for a government tuition fee loan to fund your course.
Unlock a complimentary iPad and £500 off tuition
Simply apply for any of our online degrees by 31 May 2024.
Once successfully enrolled, you'll receive your iPad in time for the start of your course.
Apply nowLearning online with LIBF
Dynamic digital learning resources
Video lectures from world-class academics.
Digital lecture notes for easy reference and review.
Extensive live and recorded video tutorials.
Interactive student experience
Live and recorded Q&A sessions.
Global discussion groups to connect with classmates.
Feedback from tutors and classmates in our online ‘showroom’.
Milestone quizzes and exams
End-of-module assessments and quizzes to check understanding.
Exams and assessments to stay on track.
100% online exams – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Want to study for a degree, but don’t want to pause your career?
With our flexible online degree programmes you can combine your studies with work, family, hobbies and any other commitments you have.
When you study with LIBF, you’ll:
have access to online support, resources and exclusive networking opportunities.
the chance to learn from leading academics and industry experts.
Worried about the workload?
part-time study allows you to complete your degree course over a longer period, at no additional cost.
start studying today at a pace that suits you and get the career you have always dreamed of.
"Everyone here is so supportive and ready to help you out with anything, from the full-time programme team to the lecturers, who offer an easy approach and great advice."
Adella Formosa
BSc (Hons) Finance Investment and Risk
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