BSc (Hons) Data Sciences
Heriot-Watt UniversityDubai, United Kingdom
Course overview
Data science is the core of the modern data analytics and engineering revolution, turning data into intelligence and information for decision-making and for solving complex, multi-faceted problems. It is a young discipline, and demand for expertise in all aspects of data science is growing very quickly. Because of this strong global demand, the role of data scientist is frequently ranked as the most promising career and consistently tops the best jobs rankings, with professionals in the field reporting high demand, high salaries and high job satisfaction.
Key highlights
- Focuses on turning data into intelligence for decision-making
- Applies data science to solving complex, multi-faceted problems
- Rooted in modern data analytics and data engineering
Entry requirements
- A-level: BCC — or AAAB at AS-Level; , Including mandatory subject Math
- International Baccalaureate: 26 — 3 HL, Including
- BTEC: MMM — to include Including mandatory subject Math
- Scottish Highers: BBBB — including mandatory subject Math + Minimum
- A-level: BBC — to include including mandatory subject Computer Science and B in Math International Baccalaur; year 2 entry
- International Baccalaureate: 27 — year 2 entry; 3 HL - including
- BTEC: DDD — to include including mandatory subjects Mat; year 2 entry
Scholarships
Heriot-Watt Sports Scholarships
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Heriot-Watt University Expenses Bursary
We are offering up to £525 from the access to learning funding to students to help cover costs. This could be to purchase a laptop, pay for WiFi access or travel expenses.
Up to £525International Merit Scholarship
Award value: Varies by region
Careers this course leads to
- Data scientist
- Data analyst
- Data engineer
- Machine learning engineer
- Business intelligence analyst
Cost of study
International: AED 82,264
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Heriot-Watt University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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