Coventry University

BSc Data Science

Coventry University

Course overview

The BSc Data Science at Coventry University is a 3-year undergraduate course that teaches students how to use data to solve real-world problems. It combines math, statistics, and computer science to help students understand and work with large amounts of information. Students learn how to collect, clean, analyse, and make sense of data. They also learn how to build models and make decisions using tools like Python, R, and SQL. 

This course is ideal for people who enjoy numbers, patterns, and using data to help businesses, health systems, or governments make smart choices. It helps students develop strong technical skills and gives them the chance to work on real projects, making them ready for the workplace or further study. Students can also choose to do a placement year between Year 2 and Year 3. During this time, they work for a company and gain real job experience.

Students learn through a mix of lectures and tutorials, computer lab sessions, hands-on data projects, and group work, while assessment is based on coursework, programming assignments, group projects, presentations, and exams. In the final year, each student completes a major project based on a real-world data science problem.

Entry requirements

To apply for the BSc Data Science at Coventry University, students must meet the following:

Grade Requirements:

  • A-Levels: Usually BBC or above, with maths preferred
  • BTEC: Extended Diploma with good grades in Computing, IT, or Science
  • International Students: WAEC, NECO, IB, and other qualifications are accepted. A background in math or computing is required.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your first language, you must show proof of English skills. Coventry University accepts an IELTS 6.0 with no section below 5.5.

Scholarships

  • 25% Alumni Discount

    Alumni who hold an undergraduate or postgraduate degree are now eligible for a 25% discount on the majority of published postgraduate taught full-time or part-time course fees including postgraduate certificates, diplomas.

  • Coventry University Group Scholarship

    £2,000 scholarship per year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    £1,500 or £3,000 per year

  • Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Scholarship

    £2,500 scholarship for first year only.

    Up to £2,500

  • Vice-Chancellor Undergraduate Scholarship

    Up to £4,000 off a full-time Undergraduate degree: Year 1 – £2,000, Year 2 – £1,000 and Year 3 – £1,000.

Career opportunities

After graduating with a BSc in Data Science from Coventry University, students are ready for many careers in tech and data. Some job roles include:

  • Data Analyst
  • Data Scientist
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Data Engineer
  • AI Developer

Cost of study

For the 2025/26 academic year, the annual tuition fee to study BSc Data Science at Coventry University is £19,850 for international students per year. 

If students choose to take a placement year, that year has a lower fee. Other costs may include books, printing, or software. But most tools and software are provided for free.

Admission

To apply for the Coventry University BSc Data Science, international applicants can apply through the Coventry University website. If you need help with the application, you can get in touch with our counsellors for detailed guidance.

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