Data Science with Year of Professional Experience

Entry Requirements:

A-level:

• A (Mathematics)
• AB including at least one from Computing/Software Systems Development (not both), Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Technology and Design, Electronics, Further Mathematics or Double Award Life & Health Sciences
• Must have at least one from Computing/Software Systems Development (not both), Physics, Biology or Chemistry at AS

A-level:

• A* (Mathematics)
• BB including at least one from Computing/Software Systems Development (not both), Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Technology and Design, Electronics, Further Mathematics or Double Award Life & Health Sciences
• Must have at least one from Computing/Software Systems Development (not both), Physics, Biology or Chemistry at AS

International Baccalaureate Diploma:

• Achieve 34 points overall.
• 6 (Mathematics) at Higher Level
• 6, including at least one from Computer Science, Physics, Biology or Chemistry at Higher Level.
• If not offered at Higher Level/GCSE, Standard Level grade 4 in English would be accepted.

Note:

• All applicants must have GCSE English Language at grade C/4 or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University.
• GCSE English Language at grade A is required for students applying for the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

Other Qualifications:

• BTEC National and Higher National Certificates/Diplomas, the International Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificate or an Access course, will also be considered.
• The same GCSE profile is usually expected of those candidates offering other qualifications.
• For applicants offering Irish Leaving Certificate, please note that performance at Junior Certificate is also taken into account.
• You must have achieved, a minimum of 5 IJC grades C/Merit, though this profile may change from year to year depending on the demand for places.
• The Selector also checks that any specific entry requirements in terms of Leaving Certificate subjects can be satisfied.
• This information can be found on the individual country/region pages.

Language Proficiency Requirements:

English Language:

• If you are an international student, you must achieve an English language qualification of at least IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component).

Additional Information:

• You may be invited to an Open Day, which is usually held during the second semester.
This will allow you the opportunity to visit the University and to find out more about the degree programme of your choice; the facilities on offer. It also gives you a flavour of the academic and social life at Queen's.
• If you have any questions or need further information, please contact the University Admissions and Access Service, giving full details of your qualifications and educational background.

Note:

• Entry requirements may be subject to change for new entry years.
• Applicants are advised to check the most up-to-date information on the University website before applying.
• The University reserves the right to make changes to the entry requirements at any time.

Key Points:

• Admission is based on the information provided on your UCAS form, which is considered by a member of administrative staff from the Admissions and Access Service and, if appropriate, the Selector from the School.
• Decisions are made on an ongoing basis and will be notified to you via UCAS.
• These decisions can only be made on the basis of the information given and applicants must show due care and diligence when completing their applications.
• Applicants are not normally asked to attend for interview.
I hope this comprehensive breakdown of Entry Requirements is helpful.