Course Summary

The University recently joined the THE World University rankings for the first time, secured TEF Gold. Staffordshire University’s established computing degrees have been at the forefront of technology for over 50 years and are now bringing that esteem to London, the technological capital of the country. The Digital Institute opened in 2019 and offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses with a focus on digital and technical learning. Our courses are designed with industry and reflect ever-developing innovations across a range of digital sectors. Our future-thinking campus is designed to mirror new ways of learning and working with collaboration and innovation at the heart of what we do. Having recently won the Innovation in Teaching and Learning accolade at the 2020 Education Estates awards, we are now embarking on an exciting period of development. Our current expansion and investment plans include an ambitious £3.5 million commitment to enhance our facilities and grow our provision considerably. Data is the currency of the modern world, it can be used to identify trends, target buyers, and influence decisions on a financial, technological and even political scale. With great power comes great opportunity, and with a degree in Data Science & Informatics from Staffordshire University London, you will give yourself the best chance to succeed in the lucrative and complex world of Data Science & Informatics. Our unique BSc (Hons) Data Science & Informatics course will develop the foundational knowledge you need to survive and thrive in the Data Science & Informatics industry, giving you insights into databases, warehousing, analysis, statistics, dashboards, programming, modelling, and algorithms. What’s more, part way through your course you will be given the option to tailor your Data Science & Informatics degree to your newly developed career interests, giving you the option to specialise in: • Education • Finance & Banking • Healthcare Systems • Logistics & Distribution • Retail & Customer Experience At Staffordshire University London we focus on your employability, and that’s why you will be taught by experienced academics, and offered the chance to participate in work placements within the capital during your course. What’s more, alongside your degree you will have the chance to network with professionally active guest lecturers and complete certifications to increase your knowledge of usable systems, and improve your personal portfolio, such as Cisco, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft and bespoke data solutions applications.

Course Details - Modules

Year 1 (Core): Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence Concepts of Data Informatics Concepts of Data Modelling Statistics and Probabilities Application Architecture Managing Information Systems Year 2 (Core): Machine Learning Cyber Security for AI and Data Management Software and Web Development Data Visualisation (for pathways)* Decision Analytics (for pathways)* Data Architecture (for pathways)* Placement Year: During this year you will undertake a placement year within industry and the sector that best relates to your pathway specialism. You will be supported throughout they year by both an academic and workplace mentor. Year 3 (Core): Micro-credentials and Personal Development Ethics and Legal Regulation of AI and Data Management Advanced Analytics Modelling Digital Transformation (for pathways)* Final Year Capstone Project (for pathways)*

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessments are underpinned by academic theory but applied through demonstration of practical skill. Our assessment strategies are designed with our industry partners to ensure than students have a 'real world' focus to their assessment briefs.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: Q102

Institution code: S72

Campus Name: Staffordshire University London

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails

IELTS at 6.0. with 5.5 in all bands

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 91%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 60%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1
EU 14000.0 Year 1
International 14000.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

College Road
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Stoke on Trent
ST4 2DE

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