Bachelor of Science (Science) in Data Science

Data scientists harness the power of data to drive innovation. They work at the interface of computing, statistics and media to collate and analyse large volumes of data and then communicate findings to a range of audiences. The ability to use big data to predict future trends is becoming an essential part of decision making in business and government and is reflected in the rapid rise in global demand for data scientists.

The Data Science major is a multidisciplinary major with fields of study in computing, statistics, emerging internet technologies and media studies. Foundational studies in programming and statistics form the basis of higher level studies in data mining, data security and computer simulation. The major builds students’ capacity to extract, analyse and visualise large volumes of data, and communicate analytical outcomes to a range of audiences.

On completion of the three year degree, students who have performed well will be eligible to complete an extra year of study to obtain an honours qualification, BH-SCNCE Bachelor of Science (Honours). The research focus of an Honours degree provides a pathway for career advancement at a higher level than the base degree.