Bachelor of Data Science
- Degree Structure - Duration
- 3 years full-time
Data is used by organisations of all sizes to make better decisions. In this degree you'll learn how to analyse and interpret data to inform decision-making and forecast trends. Find out about studying a Bachelor of Data Science (BDataSc) through UC's Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Science.
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Data is used by organisations of all sizes to make better decisions. In this degree, you will learn how to analyse and interpret data to inform decision-making and forecast trends.
With big data comes big responsibility, and you will learn the importance of data security, ethics, and strategy. You will learn skills in programming, mathematics, and statistics from experts in biology, computing, geography, linguistics, and many other fields. As a result, you will be able to contribute your diverse skillset across many fields.
Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
The Bachelor of Data Science is open to anyone with entry to the University.
A background in secondary school subjects such as maths, statistics, computing, and IT will be especially useful. UC offers introductory courses if you have little or no background in these areas.
UC offers postgraduate studies in Data Science:
There are also specialist applied studies available:
Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
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Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more.
This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, see the Regulations for the Bachelor of Data Science.
The Bachelor of Data Science requires a minimum total of 360 points:
At least 225 points must be from courses above 100-level, with at least 105 points at 300-level.
The degree takes 3 years of full-time study, or can be studied part-time for up to 10 years.
For the full degree requirements, see the Regulations for the Bachelor of Data Science.