48 monthsProgramme duration
25,008 GBPTuition Fee/year
3Scholarships
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Our BSc Data Science positions you at the vanguard of the data analytics and engineering revolution. It enables the transformation of data into actionable insights and equips you to address complex challenges in diverse industries.
In the initial three years, students hone essential skills in mathematics, computer science, probability, statistics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. The final year offers specializations in advanced machine learning, state-of-the-art statistical algorithms, data engineering, or cutting-edge AI applications. Embark on this journey to lead in the thrilling domain of data science.
By studying in Heriot-Watt, you will be primed for dynamic roles in sectors such as business, finance, government, science, transportation, forensics, energy, the environment, and research.
Reasons to study this programme:
In the initial three years, students hone essential skills in mathematics, computer science, probability, statistics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. The final year offers specializations in advanced machine learning, state-of-the-art statistical algorithms, data engineering, or cutting-edge AI applications. Embark on this journey to lead in the thrilling domain of data science.
By studying in Heriot-Watt, you will be primed for dynamic roles in sectors such as business, finance, government, science, transportation, forensics, energy, the environment, and research.
Reasons to study this programme:
- Global Perspective: Opportunity to study at our Dubai campus through the Go Global programme.
- Student equipment fund: Supporting students in purchasing technology (either in hardware, data or software) to explore the usage of and code development for new platforms, as part of a taught course or as a personal project.
- Comprehensive, customisable curriculum: Provides opportunity to specialise in several areas through optional courses, including software engineering, climate change and sustainability, and numerical analysis.
- World-class facilities: Gain access to the National Robotarium which fosters the teaching and development of the next generation of roboticists, producing highly-skilled graduates who are trained to conduct world-leading research with a market focus.
- Applied learning: Gain the opportunity to work directly with industry professionals to test and develop robotic, AI and automated technologies and rapidly move pioneering research from lab to market.
- Professional accreditation: Accredited by The Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council, the British Computer Society (BCS) on behalf of the Science Council, and the Royal Statistics Society (RSS), giving employers confidence in the quality of this programme and help graduates gain a competitive edge in the industry and job market.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Our BSc Data Science positions you at the vanguard of the data analytics and engineering revolution. It enables the transformation of data into actionable insights and equips you to address complex challenges in diverse industries.
In the initial three years, students hone essential skills in mathematics, computer science, probability, statistics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. The final year offers specializations in advanced machine learning, state-of-the-art statistical algorithms, data engineering, or cutting-edge AI applications. Embark on this journey to lead in the thrilling domain of data science.
By studying in Heriot-Watt, you will be primed for dynamic roles in sectors such as business, finance, government, science, transportation, forensics, energy, the environment, and research.
Reasons to study this programme:
In the initial three years, students hone essential skills in mathematics, computer science, probability, statistics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. The final year offers specializations in advanced machine learning, state-of-the-art statistical algorithms, data engineering, or cutting-edge AI applications. Embark on this journey to lead in the thrilling domain of data science.
By studying in Heriot-Watt, you will be primed for dynamic roles in sectors such as business, finance, government, science, transportation, forensics, energy, the environment, and research.
Reasons to study this programme:
- Global Perspective: Opportunity to study at our Dubai campus through the Go Global programme.
- Student equipment fund: Supporting students in purchasing technology (either in hardware, data or software) to explore the usage of and code development for new platforms, as part of a taught course or as a personal project.
- Comprehensive, customisable curriculum: Provides opportunity to specialise in several areas through optional courses, including software engineering, climate change and sustainability, and numerical analysis.
- World-class facilities: Gain access to the National Robotarium which fosters the teaching and development of the next generation of roboticists, producing highly-skilled graduates who are trained to conduct world-leading research with a market focus.
- Applied learning: Gain the opportunity to work directly with industry professionals to test and develop robotic, AI and automated technologies and rapidly move pioneering research from lab to market.
- Professional accreditation: Accredited by The Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council, the British Computer Society (BCS) on behalf of the Science Council, and the Royal Statistics Society (RSS), giving employers confidence in the quality of this programme and help graduates gain a competitive edge in the industry and job market.
Admission Requirements
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Standard entry requirements
- Highers ABBB (over two sittings). Must include Maths achieved at B.
- A-Levels ABB. Must include Maths achieved at B.
- International Baccalaureate 26 points. Must include Maths achieved at Higher Level 5.
- BTEC Extended Diploma DDM. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths.
- HNC B in graded unit. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths at SCQF Level 6.
- HND BB in graded units. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths at SCQF Level 6.
- Please check that you meet our University-wide National 5/GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths requirements.
Minimum entry requirements *
- Highers BBBC (over two sittings). Must include Maths achieved at B.
- A-Levels BCC. Must include Maths achieved at B.
- International Baccalaureate 28 points. Must include Maths achieved at Higher Level 6.
- BTEC Extended Diploma DDM. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths.
- HNC B in graded unit. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths at SCQF Level 6.
- HND BB in graded units. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths at SCQF Level 6.
- Global College: Successful completion of our Technology with Accelerator Programme
4 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
25,008 GBP
Scholarships
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IMechE Scholarships (for Mechanical Engineers)
Master
Bachelors
Open
Value
$21800
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
Heriot-Watt University Expenses Bursary
Heriot-Watt University Expenses Bursary
Bachelors
Master
Open
Value
$525
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
IMechE Scholarships (for Mechanical Engineers)
IMechE Scholarships (for Mechanical Engineers)
Bachelors
Master
Open
Value
$218000
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
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