Mathematics with Data Science BSc (Hons)

In your mathematics modules you’ll learn the theory that forms the basis of modern data science. You’ll put this theory into practice in your data science modules. 

Our faculty are experts in this exciting field. Their research is having significant impact in areas such as:

• Artificial intelligence
• Social networks
• Infectious disease control.

You’ll develop your analytical and modelling skills, using industry-standard software such as Python and R.

Machine learning and data science are all around us. The need for people who can collate and interpret complex data has never been greater. This course will give you the skills to solve data-intensive problems.

You’ll explore the relationships between mathematics, data and statistics and gain a thorough grounding in theories and techniques. You’ll apply mathematical algorithms for the analysis, interpretation and visualisation of large data-sets, using real-world data.

You’ll develop your analytical and modelling skills, using industry-standard software such as Python and R.

By graduation you’ll have gained the skills, and confidence, to become a capable quantitative scientist. Career options include roles in:

• The financial services
• Information and digital technology
• Research.

Our Department is a close-knit community. You’ll get to know your lecturers and their dedication and support will help you get the most from your degree. Academic advisers also support you every step of the way and you’ll have lots of opportunities to engage with potential employers. You’ll also have a dedicated careers advisor.

Accreditation

• This programme will meet the educational requirements of the Chartered Mathematician designation, awarded by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, when it is followed by subsequent training and experience in employment to obtain equivalent competences to those specified by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for taught masters degrees.
• We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
• You can be confident that our courses provide you with the necessary skills and experience to secure employment or further studies with some of the world’s leading institutions.
• You’ll have a wide range of paid work opportunities within the Department – from teaching and research opportunities in the summer, to outreach roles throughout the year. 

There are plenty of opportunities for you to develop your careers skills, including:

• Talks by potential employers
• Advice on choosing a career path
• CV and application writing
• Preparing for job interviews.

This course will prepare you to go into a range of careers in areas such as:

• Big data
• Data analytics and data science
• Finance and accounting
• Software development
• Game design.