BSc Data Science with International Year One

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Combine your preparation studies with your BSc (Hons) Data Science degree in a single three-year study plan.

You’ll complete your first year at our supportive International Study Centre, then continue straight to Year 2 at the University of Exeter.

UK top 20 for Computer Science (The Complete University Guide 2026).
UK top 15 for Graduate Prospects in Computer Science (The Complete University Guide 2026).
Partners with The Alan Turing Institute – the UK’s national institute for data science and AI.
Data Science degree co-developed with partner employers using current software and real-world data.

If you don’t meet the minimum entry requirements for this programme, you should apply for an International Year One in Computer and Data Science.

Key Information

Complete your full study plan in 3 years, with a single CAS and one visa.
Save time and money, with no need to return home before you graduate.
Study similar content to first-year university students, with smaller classes and focused support.
Develop fundamental skills for AI, cybersecurity, data science, machine learning and software engineering.
Learn alongside University of Exeter students for some academic modules.
Start your journey at our International Study Centre in the heart of the university’s safe, green campus.
Guaranteed route to Year 2 of your computer science degree at the University of Exeter, when you meet the university’s requirements.

Course Details

BSc Data Science with International Year One

University of Exeter International Study Centre

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Age Requirement

All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August.

Academic Requirements

A Level CCD, with C in A Level Maths or equivalent.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent

DISCLAIMER: Although we strive for accuracy and completeness on this page, in certain circumstances entry requirements may change. We do our best to keep this page up to date and to inform applicants of such changes promptly. For details of how and when entry requirements may change, please review our Terms and Conditions. If you feel you have been unfairly disadvantaged due to a change in entry requirements you may raise a complaint via our complaint process.

Academic Year 2026/27

14th September 2026 - 18th June 2027

Term 1: 14th September 2026 - 11th December 2026
Term 2: 11th January 2027 - 2nd April 2027
Term 3: 19th April 2027 - 18th June 2027

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 24,950.00

Enrolment fee (compulsory)

£ 275.00

Textbooks (compulsory)

£ 270.00 - 365.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory – programme dependent)

£ 575.00

Approximate cost

£ 26,070.00 - 26,165.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, programme length and choice of accommodation.

Prices shown here are provisional and reflect the cost of tuition fees for this programme for the 2026/27 academic year. Tuition fees for this programme may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 30 November 2026 will pay the 2026/2027 price as per their existing offer letter. After 30 November 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2027/2028 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

You’ll typically need to earn 120 credits from all module options to successfully complete the programme.

Core modules

Credit Units

Computational Mathematics

15 Credit Units

Data Structures and Algorithms

15 Credit Units

Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science

15 Credit Units

English Language and Study Skills for Engineering

30 Credit Units

Fundamentals of Machine Learning

15 Credit Units

Object Oriented Programming

15 Credit Units

Programming

15 Credit Units

Please note that the modules listed here reflect the course structure for the 2025/26 academic year and may not reflect the structure of the course in future academic years. Should the structure of the course – including the modules studied as part of it – change, we will inform applicants at the earliest opportunity. More information about when we might make changes to our courses – and your rights if we do – can be found in our Terms and Conditions.

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BSc Data Science with International Year One

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Key Information

Course Details

BSc Data Science with International Year One

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Entry requirements

Age Requirement

Academic Requirements

English Language Requirements

Important Dates

Academic Year 2026/27

Fees and Pricing

Estimated cost of attendance

Modules

Core modules

Credit Units

Progression