Computer Science (Data Science and AI) with Industrial Placement (Hons) University of Dundee

Overview

This Computer Science (Data Science and AI) with Industrial Placement (Hons) programme from University of Dundee is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed for a career that specialises in these rapidly growing fields. 

You will learn about topics such as machine learning, statistical modelling, data visualization, and natural language processing, among others, to create intelligent systems and applications that can process and analyse large volumes of data.

Throughout your studies, you will work on projects that reflect real-world challenges faced by data science and AI professionals. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with industry professionals, gaining insights into the latest trends and techniques in these fields.

Key facts

• As part of your degree program, you will have the opportunity to participate in an industrial placement that will occur prior to your final year of study. This placement will provide you with a unique chance to develop your career aspirations and gain first-hand experience working in the computing industry. 

• You will have the opportunity to apply for competitive placement positions with both local and national industry partners. Throughout your placement, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable skills and knowledge that will help you succeed in your future career.

Careers and opportunities

• This degree will provide you with the skills necessary to apply for careers such as Data Analyst, Data Engineer, Data Scientist, Performance Analyst.

• You will develop the expertise that employers want from computing graduates, and we ensure this by running an active degree advisory board with experts from a range of industries including Amazon, Scottish Enterprise Tayside, NCR, Chevron, and Microsoft.

• Recent employers include NCR, Capgemini, Unity, N-able, UK Government, Craneware, Citi, Ping Identity, CGI, Barnett Waddingham, Experian, Canonical, JP Morgan, Ember and BBC.