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Data Analytics Top-up Degree in Blackpool

Cost£9,535.00
Duration1 year
DeliveryClassroom based
Start13 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Data Analytics Top-up Degree in Blackpool. Classes run at Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus, full-time over one year.

The course is the final year of a Level 6 Data Analytics degree. You'll study advanced statistical programming, big data, and strategic decision-making. You'll develop the skills to interpret complex datasets and apply findings to real-world problems.

To apply, you must have completed the FdSc Data Analytics at Blackpool and The Fylde College. You'll finish with a Level 6 Bachelor's Degree in Data Analytics.

Who this course is for

Take your data skills to an advanced level with the final year of the Data Analytics degree at Blackpool and The Fylde College. This Level 6 top-up programme is designed for students who have completed the foundation degree and want to specialise in analysing, interpreting, and applying data to real-world challenges. You will explore advanced topics such as statistical programming, big data, and strategic decision-making, developing the ability to turn complex datasets into meaningful insights. A major focus of the course is your final project, where you will investigate a real or simulated data problem and present a professional solution. This course prepares you for a career in a data-driven world, where organisations rely on insight, analysis, and evidence-based decision making.

Entry requirements

To apply for the Data Analytics top-up degree, you must have successfully completed the FdSc. Data Analytics at Blackpool and The Fylde College.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply advanced statistical programming techniques to analyse data.
  • You'll work with big data tools and technologies.
  • You'll use strategic decision-making frameworks to solve business problems.
  • You'll interpret complex datasets and communicate meaningful insights.
  • You'll evaluate data quality and select appropriate analytical methods.
  • You'll present findings clearly to inform organisational decisions.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom full-time during the day. Learning is delivered through lectures, seminars, and practical data projects. Assessment is likely to include coursework, data analysis assignments, and presentations. You'll apply your skills to real-world datasets throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Data Analyst, turns datasets into clear business insights.
  • Junior Data Analyst, supports analytical projects within a team.
  • Business Intelligence Analyst, builds reports and dashboards for decision-makers.
  • Data Reporting Analyst, produces regular performance reports for organisations.
  • Research Analyst, gathers and interprets data to support strategy.
  • Operations Analyst, uses data to improve business processes.

What you could study next

  • Postgraduate Certificate or Master's degree in Data Science or Data Analytics, for those wanting to specialise further at Level 7.
  • Chartered analyst or professional membership routes, such as those offered by the Royal Statistical Society, for those building a longer-term professional profile.
  • Specialist short courses in tools such as Python, SQL, or Tableau, to strengthen practical skills alongside or after the degree.
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