Study Data Science and Informatics
Our courses will provide you with the skills required to produce and deliver valuable insights that support effective decision-making. By examining issues such as security, privacy and ethics, you will enhance your understanding of society’s use of information systems and make responsible use of data-driven technologies. Our graduates have a strong focus on solving real-world problems and the capability to make an impact in any organisation.
Courses
2024/25 Full-time
- Big Data Technologies MSc (January)
- Data Science and Analytics MSc (January)
- FinTech with Business Analytics MSc (January)
2024/25 Part-time day
- Big Data Technologies MSc (January)
- Data Science and Analytics MSc (January)
2025/26 Full-time
2025/26 Part-time day
2025/26 Part-time day/evening
Known for our combination of pure, practice-led and applied approaches, and for using our knowledge for the betterment of society we offer PhD, MPhil, DProf and MRes study. We can provide you with guidance on how to write your research proposal and our entry requirements for a Research Degree.
We have a long track record of working with organisations and individuals to develop their professional and personal skills, offering accredited courses and industry recognised certifications.
There are currently no courses scheduled for professional and personal development. Please check back again.
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Careers
Industry links
Your development is supported by workshops and tutorials led by practising industry professionals and our course teams. Based in central London, you’ll enjoy the benefits of studying in a global business hub with many career and collaboration opportunities. Our work-based learning experience and optional placement year will help you to develop strong links within your chosen sector in London and beyond.
Employment opportunities
Our courses will prepare you for roles such as
- Business intelligence analyst/manager/developer
- Data engineer/scientist/analyst
- IT consultant/project manager
- IT security analyst
- System analyst/architect
- Database/Web designer
- Operational research analyst/manager
- AI and analytics consultant
- ETL developer/programmer
- OLAP programmer
Westminster stories
Coursework Mentoring Scheme
The scheme paired Business Information Systems students with our alumni working in industry.
5 reasons to study Data Science and Analytics BSc
What makes our Data Science course different and what's behind our students' success?
My work experience highlights
Hear more about my placement year with the NHS as a Data Analyst in the Business Intelligence team.
Chat with our students
Ask some of our current students about their experience of life at the University of Westminster.
What our students say
Asad Naeem
Data Science and Analytics BSc Honours
The academic support at the University has been tremendous, my favourite part about being a Westminster student so far. The lecturers are very engaging and adopt a conceptual approach, which makes learning more fun. The academic staff are always available and dedicated to helping students to reach their full academic potential.
Khaled Zaghloul
Big Data Technologies MSc
For my postgraduate studies, London was an incredible city to study in. While I was still pursuing my degree, I was able to begin looking for prospective job opportunities and network with industry professionals.
Olga Prisich
Data Science and Analytics MSc - 2021
My favourite part of the course was learning and applying new knowledge in practice. The assignments were focused on actual business problems, and I was able to not only strengthen my theoretical knowledge, but also to understand the applications of the methods from data analytics and machine learning in the industry.
what our graduates say
The Next Chapter brings together student Francesca Vacca Moreno and graduate Hamza Siddiqui from our Business Information Systems BSc. Hamza shares how his journey at the university progressed, how he started his career and landed his dream job as a Data Analyst at Amazon.
Student showcase
Our Computer Science and Engineering project showcase, held in collaboration with Netcompany, a global IT solutions provider, highlights the outstanding work of our final-year undergraduate students. Ten students from across the School of Computer Science and Engineering were chosen to present their work to a panel of IT industry professionals from Netcompany. Each of the students were recognised for their achievements and received a certificate and prize. Additional awards were given for the top three projects, along with a special Social Impact prize.
Facilities
Our industry-leading facilities include over 30 labs for computer games, hardware, VR, and forensics. We offer a range of software (Linux/UNIX, Windows 10, Mac OSX, UE and Unity including DevKits), along with VR hardware and specialist cyber security and forensics packages.
State-of-the-art computing facilities
We have over 30 specialist computer labs with various Operating Systems, free Microsoft development software and VR hardware available to develop with.
Our computer labs
We have over 30 specialist computer labs with various Operating Systems, free Microsoft development software and VR hardware available to develop with.
Innovation Space
Our brand-new innovation space is a multi-purpose area for students to work on group projects, present and pitch their work, individual study, and a social area. It is equipped with state-of-the-art computers and displays.
Innovation Space
Our brand-new innovation space is a multi-purpose area for students to work on group projects, present and pitch their work, individual study, and a social area. It is equipped with state-of-the-art computers and displays.
Campus Tour
Our Cavendish Campus is where our Data Science and Informatics courses are based. Take a tour with our students to learn more about what the campus has to offer.
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