Heriot-Watt University

BSc Data Sciences

Heriot-Watt University

Course overview

The Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons) in Data Sciences programme at Heriot-Watt University concentrates on applying data to address challenges. It combines computer science, statistics, and mathematics to train students in data analysis, machine learning, and big data technologies.

Through this programme, students gain practical skills in applying data science to diverse areas such as healthcare, social media, finance, and commerce. A major part of the curriculum involves studying data ethics and understanding data's impact on decision-making.

Teaching methods in this course include lectures, tutorials, and hands-on labs. Assessment is through examinations, coursework, coding tasks (codes are written using computers, not handwritten), and a final-year project where students solve a data problem.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements

  • For year one entry, international students need an International Baccalaureate of 26 points, including Maths achieved at Higher Level 5.
  • Candidates with a BTEC Extended Diploma with grades DDM will also be considered.
  • For year 2 entry, an International Baccalaureate of 26 points, which includes Maths and Computer Science at Higher Level 6, is required.
  • Applicants need Advanced ABB, including Maths and Computer Science, alongside a Higher ABBB. For applicants with A-Levels, ABB is required, which must include Maths and either Computer Science or Software Systems Development.

English Proficiency

  • International students need an IELTS overall score of 6.0, with no score below 5.5.

Scholarships

  • Heriot-Watt Sports Scholarships

    Please contact the provider.

  • 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 £525

  • International Merit Scholarship

    Award value: Varies by region

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Data Science course from Heriot-Watt University are prepared for promising roles such as:

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

Cost of study

International students interested in the BSc Data Sciences at Heriot-Watt University should expect to pay £25,008 for full-time study in the 2025/26 academic year.

Admission

Candidates interested in this course should contact an AHZ counsellor for assistance with their application.

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