96% of Keele graduates were in a job or further study within six months of graduating (DLHE, 2017)

From programming in Python and R, through to large-scale data engineering and working on the latest deep-learning research in applied settings, Keele's programme delivers the necessary skills to choose a pathway through this career with confidence.

Graduates can go on to work in diverse industries such as finance, healthcare, transport, business intelligence and e-commerce, as well as further academic study. Additional experience of research and self-directed learning gives our students the broader abilities needed to respond to the latest developments in this fast-changing field in the years ahead.

A data science degree from Keele is also great preparation for employment in related fields including consultancy, software development, accountancy, engineering and teaching.

Biology at Keele offers both breadth and depth of knowledge, preparing you for a range of directly or indirectly related careers. You might work as a research scientist, as an environmental consultant, conservationist, in quality control areas of the food industry, in the pharmaceutical industry or as a scientific writer. 

• 2 years

A LEVEL REQUIREMENTS

• ABC/BBB
• One Science A Level. Science subjects include: Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Food Science/Technology, Further Maths, Geography, Geology, Human Biology, Maths, Physics, Psychology, Sports Science and Statistics.

If you don't think you'll meet the entry requirements specified, you may be able to gain entry to this course via a Foundation Year.

GCSE REQUIREMENTS

• Maths at C (or 4)
• English Language/Literature at C (or 4)

BTEC

• DDM in science subject.
• BTEC Subsidary in Applied Science accepted.

If you don't think you'll meet the entry requirements specified, you may be able to gain entry to this course via a Foundation Year.

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

• 30 points inlcuding one science at Higher Level @ 5

ACCESS TO HE DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS

• Obtain Access to Higher Education Diploma with 122 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction. Plus subject specific requirement. Please contact the Admissions Team

India

CISCE / CBSE / West Bengal Class XII: 60% - 90% required depending on course. Plus any subject-specific requirements. 

All other State Boards Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard Class XII: 65% - 95% required depending on course. Plus any subject-specific requirements. 

2 years of study must have been completed.

English Requirements

CISCE/CBSE Class XII: 70% or above in English, depending on course.

All other State Boards Class XII (except Punjab or Mohali School Education Board): 75% or above in English, depending on course.

Must have been completed within the last 5 years.

The study should be taught in English. Otherwise, IELTS is required.