Direct entry
Allowed streams
- Technology
Minimum A/L passes: 3
G.C.E. A/L qualification with 3 Simple Passes from the Physical / Bio Science stream OR Technology Stream.
Program Overview
Data Science
Data Science at NIBM under BUSINESS ANALYTICS CENTER in Sri Lanka with 3 years. Review entry requirements, fees, careers, and the official course link. Delivery mode: Part Time. Estimated tuition: LKR 283,333.
NIBMBUSINESS ANALYTICS CENTER3 yearsPart Time
University
NIBM
Faculty
BUSINESS ANALYTICS CENTER
Duration
3 years
Fees
LKR 283,333
Course details
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General entry requirements: BSc (Hons) in Data Science offered by Coventry University via NIBM, with entry points for A/L holders and lateral entry for diploma holders. Year 01: Advanced Diploma in Data Science G.C.E. A/L qualification with 3 Simple Passes (i.e. 3 S Passes) from the Physical / Bio Science stream OR Technology Stream. Year 02: Higher National Diploma in Data Science Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in Data Science from the NIBM Lateral entry points: Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in a discipline with significant IT, Computing, Mathematics and Statistics content in a recognized institution (upon review by the Data Science academic panel of NIBM) are eligible to enroll for the 2nd year of the degree. Year 03: BSc (Hons) in Data Science Successful completion of Higher National Diploma in Data Science from NIBM Lateral entry points: Those who have completed the Higher National Diploma in a discipline with significant IT, Computing, Mathematics and Statistics content in a recognized institution (eligibility will be reviewed by Coventry University) with 2.5 years' experience in the relevant field are eligible to enroll for the final year of the degree. Year 01: Advanced Diploma in Data Science G.C.E. A/L qualification with 3 Simple Passes (i.e. 3 S Passes) from the Physical / Bio Science stream OR Technology Stream. Year 02: Higher National Diploma in Data Science Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in Data Science from the NIBM Lateral entry points: Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in a discipline with significant IT, Computing, Mathematics and Statistics content in a recognized institution (upon review by the Data Science academic panel of NIBM) are eligible to enroll for the 2nd year of the degree. Year 03: BSc (Hons) in Data Scien...
Official page: https://nibm.ac.lk/course/bsc-hons-data-science
Entry requirements
Direct entry
Allowed streams
- Technology
Minimum A/L passes: 3
Completion of Advanced Diploma in Data Science from NIBM or equivalent discipline with significant IT/Computing/Math/Stats content (subject to panel review).
Direct entry
Allowed streams
- Technology
Minimum A/L passes: 3
Completion of Higher National Diploma in Data Science from NIBM or equivalent discipline with significant IT/Computing/Math/Stats content and 2.5 years' experience (subject to Coventry University review).
Direct entry
Allowed streams
- Technology
Year 01: Advanced Diploma in Data Science G.C.E. A/L qualification with 3 Simple Passes (i.e. 3 S Passes) from the Physical / Bio Science stream OR Technology Stream. Year 02: Higher National Diploma in Data Science Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in Data Science from the NIBM Lateral entry points: Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in a discipline with significant IT, Computing, Mathematics and Statistics content in a recognized institution (upon review by the Data Science academic panel of NIBM) are eligible to enroll for the 2nd year of the degree. Year 03: BSc (Hons) in Data Science Successful completion of Higher National Diploma in Data Science from NIBM Lateral entry points: Those who have completed the Higher National Diploma in a discipline with significant IT, Computing, Mathematics and Statistics content in a recognized institution (eligibility will be reviewed by Coventry University) with 2.5 years' experience in the relevant field are eligible to enroll for the final year of the degree.
Topup pathway
Allowed streams
- Technology
BSc (Hons) in Data Science offered by Coventry University via NIBM, with entry points for A/L holders and lateral entry for diploma holders. Year 01: Advanced Diploma in Data Science G.C.E. A/L qualification with 3 Simple Passes (i.e. 3 S Passes) from the Physical / Bio Science stream OR Technology Stream. Year 02: Higher National Diploma in Data Science Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in Data Science from the NIBM Lateral entry points: Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in a discipline with significant IT, Computing, Mathematics and Statistics content in a recognized institution (upon review by the Data Science academic panel of NIBM) are eligible to enroll for the 2nd year of the degree. Year 03: BSc (Hons) in Data Science Successful completion of Higher National Diploma in Data Science from NIBM Lateral entry points: Those who have completed the Higher National Diploma in a discipline with significant IT, Computing, Mathematics and Statistics content in a recognized institution (eligibility will be reviewed by Coventry University) with 2.5 years' experience in the relevant field are eligible to enroll for the final year of the degree. Year 01: Advance...
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 Data Science.
Data Scientist
A relevant pathway students can move into after building the right academic and practical experience.
Machine Learning Engineer
A relevant pathway students can move into after building the right academic and practical experience.
AI 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.
Business Intelligence Analyst
A relevant pathway students can move into after building the right academic and practical experience.
Frequently asked questions
What is Data Science at NIBM?
Data Science is a BUSINESS ANALYTICS CENTER programme at NIBM in Sri Lanka. This page summarizes duration, entry requirements, career options, and the official course source.
How long does Data Science take?
Data Science is listed with an expected duration of 3 years.
What are the entry requirements for Data Science?
BSc (Hons) in Data Science offered by Coventry University via NIBM, with entry points for A/L holders and lateral entry for diploma holders. Year 01: Advanced Diploma in Data Science G.C.E. A/L qualification with 3 Simple Passes (i.e. 3 S Passes) from the Physical / Bio Science stream OR Technology Stream. Year 02: Higher National Diploma in Data Science Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in Data Science from the NIBM Lateral entry points: Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in a discipline with significant IT, Computing, Mathematics and Statistics content in a recognized institution (upon review by the Data Science academic panel of NIBM) are eligible to enroll for the 2nd year of the degree. Year 03: BSc (Hons) in Data Science Successful completion of Higher National Diploma in Data Science from NIBM Lateral entry points: Those who have completed the Higher National Diploma in a discipline with significant IT, Computing, Mathematics and Statistics content in a recognized institution (eligibility will be reviewed by Coventry University) with 2.5 years' experience in the relevant field are eligible to enroll for the final year of the degree. Year 01: Advanced Diploma in Data Science G.C.E. A/L qualification with 3 Simple Passes (i.e. 3 S Passes) from the Physical / Bio Science stream OR Technology Stream. Year 02: Higher National Diploma in Data Science Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in Data Science from the NIBM Lateral entry points: Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma in a discipline with significant IT, Computing, Mathematics and Statistics content in a recognized institution (upon review by the Data Science academic panel of NIBM) are eligible to enroll for the 2nd year of the degree. Year 03: BSc (Hons) in Data Scien...
What careers can this course lead to?
Data Science can lead to careers such as Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, AI Engineer, Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst.
What is the tuition fee for Data Science?
Data Science is currently listed with tuition information of LKR 283,333. Always confirm the latest fee directly with NIBM.