The Data Science and Visualisation degree is designed to provide students with the opportunity to join careers in the modern data-driven economy, or further academic study. This degree provides a firm footing in data handling, analysis and communication of findings using modern visualisation techniques.
Graduates from this course are anticipated to join industry in data analysis, financial analysis, data support or similar positions. Their degree will have equipped them with not only practical skills, but an understanding of the underpinning theory. This allows them to both provide accurate and insightful analysis and to communicate that insight to colleagues.
The BSc Data Science and Visualisation degree provided a contemporary mix of computer science fundamentals, programming, data management and analysis, and critical reasoning. The programme produces graduates that are proficient in using data to derive insight and communicating that insight to their colleagues and customers. This combination is necessary for the 21st century data economy, idealling placing graduates of this course to take up roles in both industry and academia.
In addition, the programme places a premium on responsible use of data. It champions the professional values necessary commensurate with the immense power analytics can wield. To this end, an appreciation of relevant ethical, legal and social issues is embedded throughout. Graduates are also equipped with the transferable skills needed for any knowledge economy position; teamwork, communication, self-management, independence and discipline.
Careers
Graduates from this course are anticipated to join industry in data analysis, financial analysis, data support or similar positions. Their degree will have equipped them with not only practical skills, but an understanding of the underpinning theory. This allows them to both provide accurate and insightful analysis and to communicate that insight to colleagues.
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements (one of the below):
Type of University | Public |
Founded | 1884 |
Rank | Top 10 UK University for Student Satisfaction (2019) |
Intake Season | January and September |
Number of Programs available | 250 undergraduate and over 150 graduate |
Academic Departments | 14 |
Test Scores Accepted | IELTS or equivalent |
Graduate Employment Rate | 93% |
Financial Aid | Available as Scholarships and Awards |
Fee for the available programs varies for different courses as per their level and type. Tuition fee for some of the popular courses has been compiled as follows:
Undergraduate Courses
Name of Program | Tuition Fee (September 2020, in GBP, per year) |
---|---|
Arts and Humanities | 14,500 |
Business, Economics, Management & Marketing | 14,800 |
Computer Science | 16,300 |
Electronic Engineering | 16,800 |
Nursing | 18,000 |
Law | 14,800 |
Name of Program | Taught-based programs fee (in GBP, per year) | Research-based programs fee (in GBP, per year) |
---|---|---|
Arts and Humanities | 15,000 | 14,500 |
MBA/ Business Studies | 17,000 | 16,800 |
Computer Science | 16,100 | 17,800 |
Electronic Engineering | 16,800 | 17,800 |
Psychology | 16,800 | 18,300 |
Law | 15,500 | 15,000 |
International students are highly advised to have an idea of the expenses required to survive in a foreign land. While it is difficult to reveal an exact amount required, a rough estimated amount required for accommodation, travel and stay for aspirants looking to study in the UK is around 900 to 1100 GBP, per month for a single student living in Bangor.
A detailed list of expenses would look something like as has been tabulated below:
Type of Expenditure | Cost (in GBP, per month) |
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Meals | 74 |
Transportation | 80 |
Clothing | 42 |
Personal Care | 12 |
Phone and Internet | 27 |
Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) | MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452 |
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK | £850 to £1,050 a month |
Entrance Exams in UK | TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590 |
Work and Study in UK | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. |
Post Study Work Permit in UK | 2 Year after graduation depending on the course. |
Cost of Student Visa in UK | £348 |
Student Visa in UK | Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory. |
Intakes in UK | There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October. |
Top Job Sectors in UK | IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc. |
Economy in UK | Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal |
Tuition & fees :
£ 17,000
Total
£ 17,000