Bachelor of Science (Honours) Data Science and Analytics (Top-up)

After graduation, students may choose to pursue the following roles (but not limited to):

• Applications Support (Big Data Operations)
• Analytics Officer / Manager / Senior Group
• Business Analytics across industries
  • Commercial Banking
  • Retail
  • Marketing
  • Advertising
  • Trading
  • Financial Services
  • IT
• Business Intelligence Officer/ Manager
• Data Analysts
• Data Architects
• Data Engineers
• Information Analysts
• Lead Developer

This Degree programme can be completed in a minimum of 18 months on a full-time basis. Below is the programme structure:

• Applied Machine Learning and Data Mining
• Big Data
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Database Principles
• Software Engineering Theory and Practice
• Ethical Hacking
• Business Analytics
• Open Innovations in Data Science
• Malware Forensics
• Internet of Things
• Project Module (Choose 1 module among 2)
  • Individual Project (Engineering)
  • Final Year Study Project

For more information, please fill up the enquiry form so that our programme consultants can get back to you.

Professional Memberships

• Student Membership with Centre of Strategic Cyberspace and International Studies (CSCIS)
• Student Chapter Membership with the Singapore Computer Society (SCS)

Entry Requirements

This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications. These include:

• Polytechnic Diploma
• Kaplan Diploma
• Other private Diplomas and/or foreign qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
• When required, work experience will apply as part of the admissions process. Applicants seeking recognition of experiential learning are required to provide a portfolio of evidence in accordance with the University’s Recognition of Prior Learning policies and practices. Any assessment on work experience and decisions on related admissions will be conducted by the University and will, where appropriate, lead to the recognition of the achievement of learning outcomes and the award of the University Credit.

Applicants admitted to the programme may be required to undertake bridging modules to fulfil the required prerequisite knowledge.

English Language Requirement

• IELTS score of 6.0, with no component less than 5.5 OR
• Successful completion of an approved Diploma qualification or higher, where the language of instruction was English can be considered

• Applicants are required to meet the University’s English language requirement. Click here for more information.

In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.

Delivery Method

This programme consists of 11 modules and may completed in a minimum of 18 months. Classes are conducted during daytime on weekdays.

The actual cycle may vary depending on the nature of the programme and the lecturers’ availability. The University and Kaplan reserve the rights to alter the learning cycle, days and timing of the seminar, if necessary.

Assessment Methods

Each module is assessed by any combination of class participation, written assignments, projects and examinations. Assessment methods may vary according to individual unit requirements.

Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Science (Honours) Data Science and Analytics from University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom.

The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in the United Kingdom.

Tuition Fees

The total tuition fee covers registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and main assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.

For Singaporean/PR 

Receive a S$400 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme¹.

¹Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.

For International Student

Non-Tuition Fees

For Singaporean/PR 

²Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.

The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.

For International Student

³Includes application for Kaplan Student Access Card, Student’s Pass, Fee Protection Scheme and Medical Insurance

All fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.

Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.

Click here for more information on Mode of Payment.

Education Loan

Choice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs:

• Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
• Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
• Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
• Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.

Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.

Commencement Date

There are 2 intakes per year:
– June
– December

Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.

Minimum class size: 20 students

Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.

Maximum allowed candidature period: 8 years

If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.