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Data Science (Graduate Apprenticeship)

Heriot-Watt University

Venues

Edinburgh Campus

Content

Data Science, as a discipline, sits at the intersection between Computer Science (including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning), Mathematics (including Advanced Statistical methods) and selected areas of Engineering.

This graduate apprenticeship programme aims to combine core elements of all these areas. Successful completion of this programme will allow the graduate to become a graduate data science engineer, enabling their company or employer to benefit from up to date knowledge in this area.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

4 Highers at BBBB (two sittings) including Maths and Computing Science; or relevant Foundation Apprenticeship plus 3 Highers at BBB including Maths.

Entry to 2nd year may be possible with 3 Advanced Highers at BBB including Maths and Computing Science plus 4 Highers at BBBB.

You must be in (or in process of looking for) a GA position with an employer. Contact institution for further information.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

BSc Hons

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

4 years

Faculty

School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences

Department

Computer Science

SCQF Level

10

Website

www.hw.ac.uk

Career Area

Computing and ICT

Career Sectors

Computer Skills

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