BSC BACHELOR OF DATA SCIENCE

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Qualification
Bachelor Of Science Degree
CAO Points
423
CAO/MU Apply code
MH207
Award Type and NFQ level
Undergraduate Degree (8)
Study Mode
Full time
Closing Date
01 July 2025
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Overview

Degree Overview
>Data Science is the science of collating, managing, analysing, visualising and understanding data. It is key to unlocking the hidden wisdom that is stored in the vast amounts of data available in today's world.
>Data Science students take Statistics, Computer Science and Mathematics and crucially will learn to appreciate the overlap between eliciting valuable information from data through statistical reasoning and managing databases via complex manipulations.
>There is a transfer pathway from 1st year MH201 Science to 2nd year MH207 Data Science for students who have successfully taken Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics and another subject. Students must attain 55% in Mathematics. Places are limited and are based on 1st year results.
>If you want to play a central role in solving the world’s critical problems through data, or play an influential role in developing the next generation of Artificial Intelligence, then this degree programme is for you.
>By choosing this degree students become equipped with tools to collect and manage large volumes of raw data, to develop statistical models and understand their mathematical underpinnings, and to unlock valuable information stored within local, national and global datasets. In other words, they become exceedingly data literate!

Course structure

Duration: 4 years

Duration: 4 years

1st year

  • Students take a specialised Data Science subject alongside Computer Science, Mathematics and choose one other subject from Engineering Science or (additional) Computer Science

2nd year

  • Statistics, Computer Science and Mathematics

3rd year

  • Statistics and Computer Science

4th year

  • Statistics and Computer Science
  • Students undertake two capstone projects

Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.

After Undergraduation

After Graduation
>Data literacy is one of the most highly sought after skills by employers in today's data driven world, be it in business, science, health or social sciences and as such, graduates with data science skills are in high demand and are extremely attractive to employers.
>Graduates have the power to make the world a better place through channelling their analytical skills to solving global problems such as climate change, developing new drugs or eliminating world hunger.
>Employment opportunities across a wide range of fields (science, health, business etc.) are abundant for graduates of this degree programme.
>The Department offers a range of postgraduate study options.

Visit the Department website for more information about postgraduate options.

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate Applicants are required to present (as a minimum): 2H5 and 4O6/H7, Irish, English and a Science subject (one of Agricultural Science, Applied Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, or Physics with Chemistry)

This table displays the requirements for Leaving Certificate applicants.

Entry requirements table

Subject

Required

Ordinary Level Grade

Higher Level Grade

Irish

Yes

O6

H7

English

Yes

O6

H7

Language

No

N/A

N/A

Mathematics

Yes

O1

H5

Science

Yes

O6

H7

* This course requires 2 additional subjects.

Visit the International Office website for details.

Mature Applicants

Mature applicants are assessed separately to school-leavers. Mature applicants are 23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University. For part-time/flexible degrees the mature age is 21.

Click here to be taken to our mature applicant information page - tab 3 on that page outlines application steps for this degree.

Mature applicants who have a disability

If you have a disability or specific learning difficulty (e.g. dyslexia), and require support for any required written exercise/interview/ online video audition which may form part of your application assessment, you must complete an online request form and submit supporting documentation by 15 March 2025. Applications for alternative examination accommodation cannot be considered after this deadline.

For further information on the supporting documentation required, as well as examination and other supports visit the Access Office website.

Mature applicant deadline: 01 February 2025

Leaving Certificate Applicants

Required to present (as a minimum): 2H5 and 4O6/H7, Irish, English and a Science subject (one of Agricultural Science, Applied Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, or Physics with Chemistry) and O1/H5 Maths. MH207 Round 1 Points 2024: 423

HEAR and DARE

DARE: The Disability Access Route to Education is a third level alternative admissions scheme for school-leavers whose disabilities have had a negative impact on their second level education.

HEAR: The Higher Education Access Route is a third level admissions scheme for school leavers from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Contact the Access Office for more information about these access routes.

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How to apply

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The application process depends on the type of applicant you are. Click here for all information about how to apply.

Categories of applicant:

  • School-leavers (Leaving Certificate students)
  • Mature students (23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University/part-time degrees the mature age is 21)
  • EU/EFTA/UK students
  • International students (outside the EU)
  • QQI (Further Education) students
  • Transferring students
  • Deferring students

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