BSc Data Science online degree
Full or part-time distance learning degree
Kickstart your career in the exciting and fast-moving field of data science with our online BSc Data Science degree. This undergraduate degree has been designed by data science experts to equip you with the theoretical expertise and practical skills that are currently in high demand across several industries.
By studying this flexible, online degree course, you'll develop specialist analytical and problem-solving skills, that can quickly be applied in real-world situations. As the world continues to progress towards increased digitalisation, our BSc (Hons) Data Science degree can open a host of exciting new career paths worldwide.
Location:
Online, distance learning
Start dates and duration:
Apply now for any date.
Tuition fees, funding and scholarships:
Total course cost for online degree is £20,805 split equally across the duration of your course (full and part-time).
You may be eligible for an LIBF Scholarship giving you a £1,200 reduction in tuition fees if you are self-funding your course.
For UK students: if you experience financial difficulty as a student you can apply for support from our Hardship Fund twice a year.
Entry requirements:
2 subjects at A level or equivalent. GCSE Maths and English Grade C (4) or above. Work experience considered.
English language: IELTS Level 6 or above with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent).
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Fees for BSc Data Science online degree
Complete your degree at your own pace and fit your studies around your professional and personal life.
For UK students, the total fees for our online courses will be the same – whether you choose to study full or part-time. To explore all funding options for your BSc (Hons) Data Science degree, check out our UK fees and funding page or international fees and funding page.
Student loans
UK students may be eligible for a student loan for this online distance-learning course.
LIBF Scholarship
If you’re self-funding your course, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for an LIBF Scholarship. The LIBF Scholarship is an award of £1,200 towards your tuition fees, spread over the duration of your course and reducing your total fees. You are eligible to apply if you are funding your course yourself (you are not taking a government undergraduate student loan) and your household income is less than £3,500 per month.
Undergraduate Hardship Fund
If you experience financial difficulty as an undergraduate student, you can apply for support from our Hardship Fund. Hardship funds are made available to UK students twice in the academic year – you’ll be informed when applications are open and allocation of funds will be agreed by the Scholarship, Bursaries and Prizes Committee.
Fee reductions
For UK and international students, you can also get 2% off your total fees if you pay annually in advance or 10% off if you pay upfront in full for an undergraduate course.
The prices shown below are for our online study mode only and do not include any scholarships.
US$9,275
a year
US$6,956
a year
US$4,638
a year
Shape your future with LIBF online courses
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Choose when and where to study, full or part-time, with your progress fully supported by our tutors. Learning never has to feel rushed or delayed – it's your journey on your schedule.
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Benefit from our long heritage of education in business, management, and technology combined with the latest digital advancements to equip you with future-oriented skills.
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Learn on your own terms. Gain the skills you need to reach your full potential with support from personal tutors and study coaches, backed up by an always-on AI study assistant: Syntea.
Rewarding your ambition
Distance learning is an affordable, tailored option that fits your lifestyle, with fee reductions available. Fees for online degrees can also be spread over the length of your chosen course.
In my opinion, LIBF is a great institution for pursuing an undergraduate degree online. Its flexibility fits perfectly with my work schedule, allowing me to fully utilise my off-days for studying. Overall, I am absolutely pleased with my experience.
Alexandru D
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
Entry requirements for BSc Data Science online degree
Every application is different. If you’re not sure whether you meet the entry requirements, or you have any questions, contact us for advice.
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English language requirements
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Free iPad to support your studies
If you’re based in the UK, we’ll provide you with a complimentary iPad for your studies. It will contain everything you need to get started and you can use it throughout your course. When you graduate, it will be our gift to you.
We’re sorry we can’t make this gift available to international students studying online right now.
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Curious about what makes LIBF stand out? Our engaging webinars are your gateway to a world of possibilities. Each session is a journey through the unique features of online learning with us, designed to fuel your ambition.
Book a webinarBSc Data Science online degree course details
When you enrol in a BSc Data Science degree with us, you will learn the fundamentals of data science, including data wrangling and programming with Python. You'll also gain practical skills and knowledge in analysing trends, identifying patterns, and making data-driven decisions that can increase profits for organisations worldwide. Prepare yourself for work as an analyst, scientist, engineer, or any other role that requires expertise in data science.
This programme includes the following modules:
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Career opportunities: BSc Data Science online degree
Our data science distance learning course will give you the technical, theoretical and practical expertise you need to embark on a variety of career paths, anywhere in the world. When you study with us, you'll not only gain a specialist skillset for the corporate world, but also the necessary tools and know-how giving you many more career options.
So, what are some potential career options after completing your data science degree?
Data scientist
Data scientists require the analytical expertise to:
solve problems
develop transformative tools
provide valuable advice to elevate the financial success of global companies.
Join the ranks of sought-after data scientists and use your knowledge in various key business areas from analysing big data and minimising risk to making data-driven projections that create economic stability.
Data engineer
Your BSc Data Science degree gives you the specialised talent to optimise systems and make strategic decisions that support development. A data engineer creates, tests, and maintains highly scalable data management systems.
You’ll be the architect behind the platforms and systems that translate raw data into digestible information, contributing to the overall business goals.
Data analytics consultant
A consultant position allows you to use your data science expertise to provide guidance to organisations across industries.
Using your strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities, you’ll work with companies to improve their operations, devise strategic plans, and drive decision-making processes, all backed by powerful, actionable data insights.
Advance your career with a BSc Data Science online degree
A BSc Data Science degree offers graduates exciting career opportunities, often working in multidisciplinary teams with professionals from diverse backgrounds such as our online BSc Computer Science degree or our online MSc Data Science course.
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