BSc (Hons) Computer and Data Science (BCDS)

A four-year undergraduate degree focused on computing, data science, and artificial intelligence for data-driven problem solving and intelligent systems development.

Program Description
BSc (Hons) Computer and Data Science is an industry-oriented undergraduate program awarded by Birmingham City University and delivered in Nepal through an approved partner institution. The program integrates computing fundamentals with data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and big data technologies. It is designed to develop strong mathematical, statistical, programming, and analytical capabilities required to extract insight from complex data. The curriculum emphasizes real-world data applications, predictive analytics, intelligent systems, and large-scale data management, supported by a full professional placement year and an honours research project.

Program Duration
4 years (including Professional Placement Year)

Curricular Structure

Features
• Strong foundation in computing, mathematics, and statistics
• Core focus on data science, AI, and machine learning
• Dedicated professional placement year
• Emphasis on big data, predictive analytics, and real-time intelligence
• Hands-on development of data-driven applications
• UK university degree with global recognition
• Research-led final year honours project

Admission Process

1. Submission of application with academic credentials
2. Academic assessment by the affiliated institution
3. Eligibility determination for entry level
4. Admission confirmation and enrollment

Job Prospects
• Data analyst
• Data scientist
• Machine learning engineer
• AI engineer
• Business intelligence analyst
• Software and data engineer
• Cyber and data security analyst
• Entry pathway to postgraduate data science, AI, and computing programs