Data Science with Industrial Placement

University of Exeter

- This course has been developed in collaboration with industry, using current methods, platforms, software and data, to ensure you are fully prepared for the workplace upon graduation- You will develop fundamental mathematical and computational techniques via a mixture of individual and group learning- This degree will support you in becoming an outstanding, dynamic problem solver with an excellent technical skillset, preparing you for a fantastic array of professions that require the technical expertise of a data scientist- Taught by active researchers, this course covers the core areas of mathematics and data science while introducing you to applications and social contexts- Research projects in each academic year will allow you to develop independent research and project management skills in an area of interest, using real world datasets and guided by an academic supervisor This four-year variant includes a paid placement in business or industry for the duration of your third year, working on a substantial project and gaining first-hand experience of the practical application of data science. The placement gives you the opportunity to put into practice some of the things you will have learned in the first two years and to enter your final year with the insights from your practical experience in the field.An industrial placement gives you a proven employment track record and additional confidence when searching for your first graduate position – both should help to make you highly attractive to employers and the placement companies often offer employment after graduation.

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