Course Summary
The aim of this programme is to equip students with the computing skills and the statistical skills needed to analyse data to gain maximum information from that data for the benefit of a business or organisation.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Computing or mathematics graduates will be a Level 7 qualification plus one year’s post. Non-computing and non-mathematics graduates will be a Level 8 qualification. Some applicants who do not immediately meet these requirements may wish to consider using SETU’s Recognition of Prior Learning mechanism in order to make application that can be considered for entry to this course.
Application Details
September 2025
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Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
The primary aim of this programme is to produce highly skilled graduates with industry-ready skills in data analytics. The skills will be transferrable across a range of industries such as traditional manufacturing, biopharmaceutical, healthcare or financial services.
Should graduates wish to continue their education then they will be eligible for entry into MSc programmes in cognate disciplines.