Overview

This Statistical Data Science (Hons) degree at Heriot-Watt University covers theoretical and applied elements of modern statistics, and provides training and practical experience in modelling, analysing and interpreting real data required in the economy, industry and research.

Key Features

The early years of the degree cover basic mathematics, probability and statistics. The final years focus on advanced specialist topics in statistical modelling, data science, machine learning, probability and stochastic processes.

95% of our graduates reported in the National Student Survey that they were satisfied overall with their Statistical Data Science degree.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Calculus
Multivariable Calculus and Real Analysis
Linear Algebra
Actuarial and Financial Mathematics
Probability and Statistics
Algorithmic and Scientific Programming

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Statistics Data Science & Big Data View 126 other Bachelors in Statistics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Standard entry requirements

Highers AAAB (over 2 sittings, including Mathematics at A)

A-Levels AAB (including Mathematics at A)

Int. Baccalaureate 28 points with higher level Mathematics at 6

BTEC DDD including sufficient Mathematics

Minimum entry requirements

Highers ABBC (over 2 sittings, including Mathematics at A)

A-Levels ABC (including Mathematics at A)

Year 2

Advanced Highers AAB including Maths at A, plus Higher AAAB.
A-Levels AAA. Must include Maths at A.
International Baccalaureate 30 points. Must include Maths at Higher Level 7.
BTEC Extended Diploma DDD. Must be in relevant subject, including sufficient Maths.
HNC not available.
HND not available.
Global College: Successful completion of our Science with Accelerator Programme

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

20080 GBP / year

≈ 20080 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Additional Details

Scotland: Paid by SAAS

England / Wales / N Ireland / Rep of Ireland: £9,250

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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