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BSc (Hons) in - Data Science

BSc (Hons) in - Data Science at SLIIT under Computing in Sri Lanka with 4 years. Review entry requirements, fees, careers, and the official course link. Delivery mode: Weekend, Weekday. Estimated tuition: LKR 350,000.

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University

SLIIT

Faculty

Computing

Duration

4 years

Fees

LKR 350,000

Course details

BSc (Hons) in - Data Science is listed under SLIIT, Computing. This page keeps the main facts visible in HTML so search engines and students can review the programme without waiting for client-side data loading.

General entry requirements: BSc (Hons) in Data Science degree program requiring A/L qualifications, O/L Mathematics, and an aptitude test. Entry requirements Local A/Ls : Minimum of 3 "S" passes in the Physical Sciences stream or Engineering Technology stream in one and the same sitting for A/Ls or an equivalent qualification. OR Minimum of 3 "S" passes in any stream (other than Physical Science/ Engineering Technology streams) in one and the same sitting at the GCE A/L Examination AND a "C" pass for O/L Mathematics AND completing the IT Bridging Programme conducted by SLIIT. Applicants who have followed Information & Communication Technology as a main subject for A/Ls AND obtained a "C" pass for O/L Mathematics will be exempted from the IT Bridging Program. Cambridge/Edexcel A/Ls : Minimum of 3 "D" passes in subjects related to Mathematics in one and the same sitting for A/L's. OR Minimum of 3 "D" passes in any other subjects (other than Mathematics related subjects) in one and the same sitting at the GCE A/L Examination AND a "C" pass for O/L Mathematics AND completing the IT Bridging Program conducted by SLIIT. Applicants who have followed Information Technology/Computer Science as a main subject for A/Ls AND obtained a "C" pass for O/L Mathematics will be exempted from the IT Bridging Program. To be eligible to follow Data Science Specialisation, students must meet the minimum GPA requirement specified by the faculty at the end of the 2nd Year 1st Semester. Applicants should also pass the Aptitude Test conducted by SLIIT. Local A/Ls : Minimum of 3 "S" passes in the Physical Sciences stream or Engineering Technology stream in one and the same sitting for A/Ls or an equivalent qualification. OR Minimum of 3 "S" passes in any stream (other than Physical Science/ Engineering Technology streams)...

Official page: https://www.sliit.lk/computing/programmes/data-science-degree/

Entry requirements

Direct entry

Allowed streams

  • Physical Science
  • Technology

Minimum A/L passes: 3

O/L requirements

Science: C

Minimum of 3 S passes in the Physical Sciences stream or Engineering Technology stream in one and the same sitting for A/Ls or an equivalent qualification. Applicants must pass the Aptitude Test conducted by SLIIT.

Direct entryBridging required

Allowed streams

  • Any

Minimum A/L passes: 3

O/L requirements

Maths: C

Minimum of 3 S passes in any stream (other than Physical Science/ Engineering Technology streams) in one and the same sitting at the GCE A/L Examination AND a C pass for O/L Mathematics AND completing the IT Bridging Programme conducted by SLIIT. Applicants who have followed Information & Communication Technology as a main subject for A/Ls AND obtained a C pass for O/L Mathematics will be exempted from the IT Bridging Program. Applicants must pass the Aptitude Test conducted by SLIIT.

Direct entry

Allowed streams

  • Mathematics related subjects

Minimum A/L passes: 3

O/L requirements

Science: C

Cambridge/Edexcel A/Ls: Minimum of 3 D passes in subjects related to Mathematics in one and the same sitting for A/Ls. Applicants must pass the Aptitude Test conducted by SLIIT.

Direct entryBridging required

Allowed streams

  • Any
  • Technology

Minimum A/L passes: 3

O/L requirements

Maths: CScience: C

Cambridge/Edexcel A/Ls: Minimum of 3 D passes in any other subjects (other than Mathematics related subjects) in one and the same sitting at the GCE A/L Examination AND a C pass for O/L Mathematics AND completing the IT Bridging Program conducted by SLIIT. Applicants who have followed Information Technology/Computer Science as a main subject for A/Ls AND obtained a C pass for O/L Mathematics will be exempted from the IT Bridging Program. Applicants must pass the Aptitude Test conducted by SLIIT.

Jobs and career paths

Students usually want to know where this degree can lead after graduation. These are the main job directions currently mapped for BSc (Hons) in - Data Science.

Big Data Engineer

A relevant pathway students can move into after building the right academic and practical experience.

Data Analyst

A relevant pathway students can move into after building the right academic and practical experience.

Data Scientist

A relevant pathway students can move into after building the right academic and practical experience.

Business Intelligence Engineer

A relevant pathway students can move into after building the right academic and practical experience.

Software Engineer

A relevant pathway students can move into after building the right academic and practical experience.

Data Architect

A relevant pathway students can move into after building the right academic and practical experience.

Database Administrator

A relevant pathway students can move into after building the right academic and practical experience.

Consultant, Business Analytics

A relevant pathway students can move into after building the right academic and practical experience.

Frequently asked questions

What is BSc (Hons) in - Data Science at SLIIT?

BSc (Hons) in - Data Science is a Computing programme at SLIIT in Sri Lanka. This page summarizes duration, entry requirements, career options, and the official course source.

How long does BSc (Hons) in - Data Science take?

BSc (Hons) in - Data Science is listed with an expected duration of 4 years.

What are the entry requirements for BSc (Hons) in - Data Science?

BSc (Hons) in Data Science degree program requiring A/L qualifications, O/L Mathematics, and an aptitude test. Entry requirements Local A/Ls : Minimum of 3 "S" passes in the Physical Sciences stream or Engineering Technology stream in one and the same sitting for A/Ls or an equivalent qualification. OR Minimum of 3 "S" passes in any stream (other than Physical Science/ Engineering Technology streams) in one and the same sitting at the GCE A/L Examination AND a "C" pass for O/L Mathematics AND completing the IT Bridging Programme conducted by SLIIT. Applicants who have followed Information & Communication Technology as a main subject for A/Ls AND obtained a "C" pass for O/L Mathematics will be exempted from the IT Bridging Program. Cambridge/Edexcel A/Ls : Minimum of 3 "D" passes in subjects related to Mathematics in one and the same sitting for A/L's. OR Minimum of 3 "D" passes in any other subjects (other than Mathematics related subjects) in one and the same sitting at the GCE A/L Examination AND a "C" pass for O/L Mathematics AND completing the IT Bridging Program conducted by SLIIT. Applicants who have followed Information Technology/Computer Science as a main subject for A/Ls AND obtained a "C" pass for O/L Mathematics will be exempted from the IT Bridging Program. To be eligible to follow Data Science Specialisation, students must meet the minimum GPA requirement specified by the faculty at the end of the 2nd Year 1st Semester. Applicants should also pass the Aptitude Test conducted by SLIIT. Local A/Ls : Minimum of 3 "S" passes in the Physical Sciences stream or Engineering Technology stream in one and the same sitting for A/Ls or an equivalent qualification. OR Minimum of 3 "S" passes in any stream (other than Physical Science/ Engineering Technology streams)...

What careers can this course lead to?

BSc (Hons) in - Data Science can lead to careers such as Big Data Engineer, Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Business Intelligence Engineer, Software Engineer, Data Architect.

What is the tuition fee for BSc (Hons) in - Data Science?

BSc (Hons) in - Data Science is currently listed with tuition information of LKR 350,000. Always confirm the latest fee directly with SLIIT.