Undergraduate: BSc (Hons) Data Science Data Scientist
Introduction
Enhance your understanding of data science and develop the skills to make a real impact in your workplace with our Data Science Degree Apprenticeship. Study for an honours degree in data science while you work, with no tuition fees.
Course highlights
- Includes a hackathon-style bootcamp simulating the role of a data scientist in a real environment
- Study while you work, with no tuition fees
This course will develop your skills and expertise to interrogate data, systems and methodologies and prepare you for an exciting career as a data scientist or data engineer. This course is ideal if you've got a passion for computing and data and want to use your skills and knowledge to unlock insights, improve organisational processes and inform decision making.
Key facts
An apprenticeship is a job with training, combining practical experience with academic learning.
At least 20% of your contracted working hours will be classed as 'off-the-job'. This time will be dedicated to developing the knowledge and skills needed to meet the requirements of the apprenticeship, and therefore are not part of your usual work duties.
The off-the-job learning will be delivered through online University-led learning sessions and activities, and practical learning experiences in your usual work setting.
The Data Scientist Degree Apprenticeship is delivered in a blended format combining teaching weeks on our Cambridge campus, together with online resources.
Assessment
You will be assessed at the end of each module you undertake (on-programme assessments) which will contribute towards the final award of your qualification.
You will also undertake an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete your apprenticeship.
The EPA for this apprenticeship is integrated into the final on-programme assessments. Therefore, on successful completion of your degree, you will also complete the apprenticeship.
What our apprentices say
Izabela
"The apprenticeship allows me to see how business works in real life. I get a lot of knowledge from the course that I can apply in practice at work and equally learn from my colleagues. With an apprenticeship, you can really recognise how to apply the knowledge you've learnt to the real world.”
IzabelaDigital Marketer
Nee
"I am thoroughly enjoying the opportunity to learn through my apprenticeship. I am now able to advance alternative solutions to work problems that I would have struggled with before the apprenticeship."
NeeDigital and Technology Solutions Specialist Degree Apprentice
Beth
"I’m so happy that I chose this route. I’m very lucky to be getting a degree without the student debt, while earning and gaining valuable experience.”
BethData Scientist (Bioinformatics) Degree Apprentice
Creating a world-class data science apprenticeship
A joint apprenticeship scheme co-developed between ARU, Cambridge Assessment and Cambridge University Press is equipping people with the skills they need to work in the fast-growing field of data science.
Read our case studyCareers
Data has fast become one of the world’s most valuable resources, and the World Economic Forum estimates that by 2025 there will be 463 exabytes of data created globally every day.
Britain is facing “an explosive demand” for data science skills with data scientists and data engineers tripling over the past five years, rising 231% according to the report, “Dynamics of data science skills.” On average, salaries for these roles are £64,376, up 22% over the same period.
86% of data leaders report difficulty in hiring talent in the sector and half believe that skills shortages pose the greatest challenge to delivering value within their organisation.
Employers have highlighted the importance of data science and its potential to revolutionise many industries creating significant employment opportunities for data analysts, machine learning specialists and data specialists.
In this growing industry with countless new jobs arising, our Data Science BSc is an ideal foundation to a rewarding career in this exciting field.
Entry requirements
In addition to the person specifications that have been set out by your employer, these are the entry requirements for the course.
- Employment in a suitable role on a permanent contract exceeding 30 hours per week
- Employer support to undertake this course, with a confirmed, assigned Clinical Designated Facilitator
- Confirmed eligibility to be funded as an apprentice as set out within the ESFA’s Funding Rules
- A completed Skills Scan and Initial Assessment discussion
- Evidence of Level 2 qualifications in 5 subjects including Maths and English e.g. GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, Functional Skills, or ESFA-approved equivalents*
- Evidence of at least 96 UCAS Tariff points at Level 3 including at least one STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) subject e.g. A Levels (or equivalent)**
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How to apply
To apply for an apprenticeship, you need to have the support of your employer. If you already have the support of your employer or have any questions before talking to them, please do not hesitate to contact one of our apprenticeship experts who will be happy to help.
For employers
If you have any questions or would like to discuss any aspect of degree apprenticeships, then our dedicated Degrees at Work team are here to help. Get in touch today on the details above or take a look at our information for employers.
