Data-driven future

Data science is the driving force behind global economic activity from healthcare and marketing, to finance and technology. How we gather, analyse and utilise data is challenging the way organisations look at the world, and is reshaping our future.

A degree in data science can lead to a wide range of careers, spanning large organisations, public sector, commercial research labs and high-tech start ups.

Data science at Bath

Recognised by Forbes magazine as one of the best places in the world to study data science, we offer state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities. Our dedicated team of computer scientists and mathematicians bring a wealth of experience from their professional backgrounds.

Placements

All courses come with the option to do a placement year working in industry. You’ll be employed full-time in a role to match your future career ambitions, broadening your experience and transferable skills. We have links with companies of all sizes from household names to start-ups.

• Find out more about going on placement

Rankings

• ^*Top 10 for computer science in The Complete University Guide 2023
• ^*Top 10 for course satisfaction for computer science & information systems in the Guardian University Guide 2022
• ^*Top 10 for mathematics in the Complete University Guide 2023