BSc (Hons) in Data Science - London Metropolitan University (UK)

Master the skills to extract valuable insights from data and drive data-informed decision-making across industries with this comprehensive BSc (Hons) in Data Science.

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London Metropolitan University

Overview

About this course

Data scientists are at the forefront of solving complex problems across industries — from healthcare and finance to e-commerce and smart cities. This BSc (Hons) degree in Data Science equips you with the skills to extract valuable insights from data and drive data-informed decision-making in a rapidly evolving digital world. You will gain a strong foundation in key disciplines such as data programming, statistical modelling, business intelligence, machine learning, and data visualisation. Developed with input from industry experts, the curriculum blends theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on experience using real-world tools and big data platforms. Throughout the programme, you will work on projects that apply analytical thinking to real datasets, developing the skills to design data-driven solutions to complex challenges. In your final year, you will complete a major research or industry project applying advanced methods to solve a real-world data science problem. After two years of study, you can obtain a Higher National Diploma (HND), enabling you to gain industry experience before completing your honours degree, either in Sri Lanka or at a partner university in the UK or Australia.

Why choose this course

Curriculum developed with input from industry experts

Hands-on experience with real-world tools and big data platforms

Flexible exit with HND after Year 2

Option to transfer to a partner university in the UK or Australia

Final-year research project on real-world data science problems

What you will learn

1

Data programming and software tools for data analysis

2

Statistical modelling and quantitative methods

3

Machine learning algorithms and applications

4

Business intelligence and data visualisation

5

Big data platforms and cloud-based data systems

6

Research methods and independent data science project

Skills you will gain

Data ProgrammingStatistical ModellingMachine LearningData VisualisationBusiness IntelligenceBig Data PlatformsAnalytical ThinkingProblem-Solving

At a glance

Level

Undergraduate

Duration

3 years
Full-time

Location

Onsite campus

Intakes

N/A

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

  • A/L qualification or equivalent (minimum 2 passes) for direct entry, or relevant HND/foundation qualification

  • English language proficiency may be required

Course Structure

Data Programming

• Semester 1

Compulsory

Introduction to Statistics

• Semester 1

Compulsory

Professional Practice

• Semester 1

Compulsory

Database Design and Development

• Semester 1

Compulsory

Business Intelligence

• Semester 2

Compulsory

Planning a Computing Project

• Semester 2

Compulsory

Data Visualisation

• Semester 2

Compulsory

Web and Data Technologies

• Semester 2

Compulsory

Machine Learning

• Semester 3

Compulsory

Big Data Platforms

• Semester 3

Compulsory

Computing Research Project

• Semester 3

Compulsory

Applied Statistical Modelling

• Semester 4

Compulsory

Data Ethics and Governance

• Semester 4

Compulsory

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

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Course fee: LKR 1,620,000

total

Application fee: LKR 25,000

Local tuition fee

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Course Facts

Location

Colombo

Duration

3 years | full-time

Upcoming Intakes

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Tuition Fees

total

Course fee: LKR 1,620,000

Application fee: LKR 25,000

Verified informationMay 11, 2026

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