Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Data Science and Analytics (CK411)

Data Science & Analytics focuses on new ways to capture and understand data from the world around us. It helps us make better decisions for people, communities and industry.

Our BSc in Data Science & Analytics degree at UCC provides education in data storage, manipulation and interpretation using mathematical sciences and computational methods which assists us in solving complex real-world problems. In the first and second year, you will study the mathematical and computational foundations of data science and analytics. During the third year, you begin applying the fundamentals of data science and analytics to real-life problems and data. In the Spring of third year, you undertake a six-month work placement (paid in most cases) providing an opportunity to apply the knowledge you have learned in a workplace environment. In the fourth year, you choose specialized modules and undertake an independent project, which enables you to investigate more applied elements of the discipline. Firms specializing in analytics, financial services and consulting, and governmental agencies to name but a few are currently seeking graduates with data analytics skills to fill a range of positions.