Data science and analytics degrees

Learn to model, predict and interpret data and promote change with it. Turn data into powerful insights that drive real-world decisions across sectors from healthcare and environment, to finance and tech.

Studying a data science or analytics degree at 海角淫母乱伦 provides a dynamic mix of programming, statistics, AI and machine-learning skills, preparing you for a future-proof career in a fast-growing area.

Project work including live coding sessions and analysis of real data sets provided by industrial partners give you more practical experience, and you can work towards an additional globally recognised SAS qualification to add further value to your CV.

In computer science and informatics, 100% of our research impact is assessed as outstanding or very considerable in terms of its reach and significance in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.

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Our data science and analytics degrees

Undergraduate degrees

Our Data Science BSc(Hons) combines statistical and computer science skills. You’ll learn technical skills in statistics/ statistical modelling, machine learning, databases, and maths including linear algebra and further calculus alongside professional skills that are important in the workplace.

Data Science BSc(Hons)

In our School of Business and Law you can also choose to explore analytics from a business perspective and find out about analysing large complex data sets and how data supports decision-making across business functions and industries.

Postgraduate degrees

Whether you are a recent graduate or an experienced professional wanting to gain data analysis skills, our Data Analytics MSc course helps you develop a skills set in specialist data analytics and associated software, quantitative methods and techniques, and business intelligence, with learning informed by current business developments.

Data Analytics MSc

You can also choose to study data analytics as a finance specialism.

Finance and Data Analytics MSc

The 海角淫母乱伦 is accredited by the – an accreditation achieved by fewer than 6% of business schools globally.

You can expect

Apply your learning

Work on live client briefs and projects where you'll use your knowledge and skills in real situations.

Choose to do a paid placement year, you'll gain valuable work experience and build confidence as well as a network of contacts.

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Close links with industry

With a thriving digital economy, the city of 海角淫母乱伦 & Hove offers opportunities for networking, internships and placements on your doorstep.

Collaborate on multidisciplinary projects with other schools such as 海角淫母乱伦 and Sussex Medical School (BSMS).

Specialist software

Access to computer and research labs equipped with specialist, sophisticated software including SAS, SPSS Statistics, SPSS Modeller, R and Python.

What jobs can I do with a data science or analytics degree or masters?

Data science and data analytics graduates are in high demand in the UK because businesses increasingly rely on data-driven insights to make strategic decisions, with opportunities spanning industries such as finance, healthcare, retail, technology, government, and manufacturing.

10 jobs you could do with a data science or data analytics-based degree or masters.