Faculty of Information Technology

BSc (Hons) in Data Science

"Innovate and excel in IT with cutting-edge courses. Shaping the future of technology and digital transformation."

Course Details

  • Duration

    4 years

  • Intakes

    May / September

  • Availability

    BSc (Hons) in Data Science

  • Mode of Delivery

    Online / Onsite

Overview

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Data Science and Applications is awarded by IIT Madras, India’s premier technical institute. IIT Madras is the world’s first university to offer a 4-year BS degree in Data Science and Applications, with options to exit at the foundation, diploma, or BSc level. Consistently ranked as India’s #1 Engineering Institute for the past five years and the top overall institute for the last two years, IIT Madras now extends its prestigious education to a global audience. This program is open to anyone who has completed class 12 (Advanced Level), regardless of age, location, or prior academic background.

The program features online lectures from experienced IIT Madras faculty, interactive sessions with mentors, and collaborative study groups. Its flexibility allows you to study at your own pace and choose the number of courses per term. Upon completion, you will gain lifelong IIT Alumni status. To enroll, you must pass an aptitude test, with preparatory instruction provided over four weeks before the exam. Register through this link. Spectrum Institute of Science and Technology, our examination partner in Sri Lanka, will conduct proctored exams in Colombo, Jaffna, and Kandy each semester. The next intake begins in January. For more details, please follow the link, and feel free to contact us with any questions.

 

Course Modules

Year 02

Genes and Inheritance
Ecology and Sustainability
Practical Skills in Biodiversity and Ecology
Physiology, Adaptation and Disease
Animal Behavior
Option module

Year 03

Research Methods
Habitat Assessment and GIS
Ecology Field Studies
Conservation Biology
Terrestrial Field Ecology
Option module

Year 04

Professional Practice
Advances in Animal Behavior
Current Topics in Ecology
Project

Career Prospects

Studying Animal & Conservation Biology at Edinburgh Napier University provides essential knowledge and practical skills related to animal adaptation, ecology, and behavior. The program emphasizes effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, equipping students with abilities like species identification, field surveying, and biological data analysis. Graduates can pursue careers in wildlife conservation, environmental management, ecological consultancy, and government agencies. The degree also fosters transferable skills, such as teamwork and data analysis, valued across various sectors beyond Life Sciences.

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