DipHE Data Science
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom
Course overview
Develop industry-focused skills and start a route to a successful career in a fast-growing interdisciplinary field with our DipHE Data Science course.
Key highlights
- Develops industry-focused skills in a fast-growing interdisciplinary field
- Work with real-world datasets in areas such as AI and Big Data
Entry requirements
- GCSE: C — to include Mathematics
- UCAS tariff points: 64 — UCAS tariff points 64 UCAS points A level 64 UCAS Points from Two full A-level equivalent. including grade C in Computer Science or Maths.
- BTEC: MPP — BTEC MPP from BTEC in Computing or IT-related subject.
- International Baccalaureate: 30 — overall including Grade 5
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Junior Data Analyst
- Data Science Assistant
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Technician
- Junior Data Engineer
Cost of study
UK/Home: See latest UK/home undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding | International: See latest international undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding
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 University of Salford, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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