Bachelor in Data Science Including Foundation Year Bsc Hons

Applications for the Sep 2026 intake are due by Aug 31, 2026; tuition costs 23,204 USD per year.

Extracting meaningful patterns from raw information is the central challenge of the modern digital economy. The Data Science (including foundation year) BSc (Hons) is designed for students who are passionate about this field but require additional preparation before embarking on a full undergraduate degree. By starting with an intensive foundation year (Year 0), you will build the academic confidence and technical fluency necessary to succeed in subsequent years alongside peers on the standard three-year programme.

This course ensures you graduate with the same qualification as your counterparts, having acquired a robust toolkit of industry-standard technologies. You will gain hands-on experience with tools frequently used in professional environments, including Spark, Kafka, Hadoop, SQL Server, Python, RStudio, and Tableau. Through a blend of theoretical study and practical, case-based learning, you will develop the ability to navigate complex datasets, build predictive models, and turn information into actionable business intelligence.

A career-focused curriculum

Beyond technical proficiency, the programme emphasizes the professional context of data science. You will explore the ethical implications of big data, the fundamentals of cyber security, and the logic underpinning algorithmic decision-making. By the time you complete your studies, you will have developed the analytical mindset and the practical portfolio required to thrive in a competitive, data-driven job market.

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.