Data Science

Course Curriculum

As you progress to more advanced stages of your program, you'll delve into Intermediate Data Science I and II. These courses provide a deeper understanding of data science practices, theories, and real-world data analysis. In the latter stages, you'll have the opportunity to specialize in an area of interest by pairing Advanced Data Science Topics with electives of your choice. This allows you to tailor your education to your unique career aspirations.

100 Level

First Semester	Units
MAT 101 – Algebra and Trigonometry	2
PHY 101 – Mechanics	2
PHY 103 – General Practical Mechanics	1
COM 101 – Introduction to Computers	3
GST 101 – Use of English and Communication Skills I	2
GST 112 – Nigerian People and Culture	2
Second Semester	Units
PHY 102 – Electricity & Magnetism	2
PHY 104 – General Practical Electricity & Magnetism	1
MAT 102 – Calculus	2
MAT 104 – Introduction to Statistics	3
– Problem Solving	3

200 Level

First Semester	Units
DST 201 – Introduction to Data Science	2
COM 201 – Discrete Structures	2
MAT 201 – Mathematical Methods I	2
COM 205 – Principles of Programming I	3
Course 6 – Philosophy, Logic and Human Existence	2
Course 7 – Introduction to Numerical Analysis	2
Second Semester	Units
COM 202 – Principles of Programming II	3
Course 1 – Entrepreneurship and Innovation	2
SIW 200 – SIWES	3
Course 4 – Sets, Logic and Algebra I	2
Course 5 – Statistical Computing Inference and Modelling	3
DST 204 – R Programming	2

300 Level

First Semester	Units
DST 301 – Ethics and Legal Issues in Data Science	2
CYS 202 – Introduction to Cyber Security	2
Course 3 – Peace and Conflict Resolution	2
Course 4 – Venture Creation	2
Course 5 – Probability for Data Science	3
Second Semester	Units
DST 302 – Big Data Computing	2
DST 304 – Data Science Innovation and Entrepreneurship	2
Course 1 – Principles of Database Systems	3
Course 2 – SIWES II	3

400 Level

First Semester	Units
Course 1 – Technical Report Writing	3
Course 2 – Project Management	2
Course 3 – Design Project	3
Second Semester	Units
Course 1 – Design Project	3
DST 401 – Data Visualisation	2

Admission Requirements

Entry requirements for BSc. in Data ScienceHere’s what you need to study for a bachelor’s programme at West Midlands University

Careers

Available Opportunities for Data Science Holders

A bachelor's degree in data science opens you a wide range of fascinating employment prospects because the data science sector is always evolving.
Here are some career options for you to consider:

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